
Chapter 1
Introduction and Overview
The S100 provides computers and network devices secure synchronization to UTC time using Network Time Protocol (NTP). The S100 can use the Global Positioning System (GPS), NIST's Automated Computer Time Service (ACTS), or another NTP server as a time reference.
Figure 1-1: The S100
This User Guide describes the installation and operation of the S100. It is written for network administrators familiar with network configuration and operations.
The chapters and appendices address topics including:
•Installation, configuration, and operation
•The User Interface
•How the S100 works
•FAQ and Solutions
Here are shortcuts to those sections that answer
How to... | Go here for the answer |
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Acquire time | “How to Acquire Time” on page 30 |
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Choose and configure your time source | “Choose Your Time Source” on |
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Determine the default User Name and | “Setting Up the IP Address” on |
Password | page 26 |
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Get Technical Support | “Appendix D” on page 137 |
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Get time from ACTS | “Dialup Settings dialog” on page 38 |
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Get time from GPS | “GPS” on page 35 |
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