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The ntp pool tag covers discussions about configuring Windows domain controllers and other systems to synchronize time using public NTP pool servers like pool.ntp.org. Common issues include the Windows Time service (w32time) failing to switch from the local CMOS clock to an external NTP source, especially on virtualized domain controllers. Troubleshooting steps involve disabling VM time synchronization, re-registering the w32time service, and verifying NTP peer configuration. Users also report time drift even after successful synchronization, requiring further investigation of network and service settings.
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    Domain Controller Windows Time Synchronization Issue

    Dear all, I'm configuring my domain controller (Windows Server 2012 R2) to be synchronized with pool.ntp.org but the w32time source still remain Local CMOS Clock. - The PDC is a VM (VMware 6.0) and there is only this DC in the domain. - I tried to use VM client to sync with NTP server and it is...
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    • configuration domain controller firewall group policy local cmos clock network settings ntp ntp pool pdc sync time registry time server time synchronization troubleshooting udp virtual machine vmware w32time windows server windows update
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    • Forum: Windows Server Forums
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