Setting the synchronization method

Configure the NTP behavior for devices in the system.

About this task

Synchronize the Manager clock to an external NTP server and other system nodes with the Manager clock.

Attention: The Manager-only option cannot be used with a manager that is deployed with Docker.
Important: When using Virtual Managers it is recommended to use Manager And External NTP or External NTP Only.
Note: If the system has Vault Protection enabled or contains protected vaults or protected mirrors, then only accounts with the Super User role can configure NTP.

Procedure

  1. Navigate to Settings > System > NTP.
  2. Select the type of NTP behavior you want to configure.
    • Manager NTP Only - all devices synchronize to the manager, and the manager synchronizes to external NTP servers.
    • Manager and External NTP - all devices synchronize to both the manager and external NTP servers.
    • External NTP Only - all devices synchronize to external NTP servers. For external servers, enter host names or IP addresses. Multiple NTP servers can be entered, separated by commas or spaces.
  3. Type the list of NTP Servers in the External NTP Servers field (separate each by commas) if Manager And External NTP or External NTP Only were selected.
  4. Click Update to save the NTP settings and return to the Administration page.