Using a Windows PC to verify the Time Server is providing an NTP packet
Many NTP Time clients don't display the raw NTP data. To view raw NTP Time data, download and install the shareware program called YATS32 from www.Dillobits.com on a test PC with Windows. Say "No" to the question about installing the default Time Servers. In the Servers tab, enter a name and the IP address of the Spectracom NTP Time Server. Then, on the main screen, depress "Set Time". The NTP Server will respond with the NTP Time Stamp (offset for local time by the PC's Date/Time properties screen).
| Test Result |
Problem |
Solution |
| If the time stamp is present and the information is correct |
the Time Server is operating normally, problem with client s/w on UNIX PC |
Check NTP resources for assistance |
| If a message is present indicating the time stamp was ignored |
The time reference is not synced |
Observe the front panel display of the Spectracom Time Server or Master Clock to verify the Time Sync lamp is not solid green. If it is blank, red or flashing green, the Time Server / Master Clock has a reception problem. Refer to the manual or contact Spectracom tech support. |
| If the Time Stamp is not present |
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contact Spectracom tech support for assistance with the Time Server |