To allow Server1 to verify network connectivity to Server2 using ping, what is the first action you should take?

The correct answer is to enable the "File and Printer Sharing (Echo Request – ICMPv4-In)" firewall rule on Server2. This rule specifically allows incoming ICMP Echo Request packets (ping) to reach Server2, which is necessary for Server1 to successfully ping it. By default, Windows Firewall blocks unsolicited incoming ICMP traffic for security reasons. Adding a connection security rule (on Server1 or Server2) is used for IPsec configurations to secure network traffic, not for enabling basic ICMP echo requests. Enabling an "Out" firewall rule on Server1 is incorrect because Server1 needs to send the ping, not receive it. The issue is Server2's ability to receive the ping. Running winrm quickconfig on Server2 configures Windows Remote Management, which is unrelated to ICMP ping functionality.