RIM-Protocol Converter User Guide - Version 1.0
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3.4.1 Network Time Protocol (NTP)
Network Time Protocol (NTP) is used to synchronize clocks of computer systems. NTP synchronizes the time of a computer or
device (the Protocol Converter) to another computer or referenced time source. NTP maintains a high level of accuracy and
reliability in time stamped events. NTP is found on the Configuration>Network Time Protocol screen.
Figure 3.10 Network Time Protocol (NTP) Configuration
Table 3.3 NTP (Network Time Protocol) Fields
Option
Description
Network Time (NTP)
Server
The IP address or hostname of the Network Time Protocol Server with which the Protocol
Converter will synchronize. Public NTP Servers include us.pool.ntp.org and time.nist.gov.
Default setting: blank
Update Interval
This designates how often you’d like the Protocol Converter to access and synchronize with
the NTP server. This can be set from 5 to 1440 minutes. Enter 0 to disable this feature.
Default setting: 0 (disabled)
Select Time Zone
Select the time zone in which the Protocol Converter resides.
Daylight Savings Time
Select the time at which Daylight Savings Time goes into effect in
your time zone. Typically, this is 2:00 A.M.
DST Begin Date
Enter the day Daylight Savings Time begins at your location.
DST End Date
Enter the day Daylight Savings Time ends at your location.
