NtpClient\CrossSiteSyncFlags

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\TimeProviders\NtpClient

Data type Range Default value

REG_DWORD

0 | 1 | 2

2

Description

Specifies whether the time service can synchronize with a partner that is outside the machine’s site.

Value Meaning

0

The time service cannot synchronize with a partner that is outside the computer’s site.

1

The time service can synchronize only with the primary domain controller.

2

The time service can synchronize with a partner that is outside the computer’s site.

Change Method

You can change this entry only by editing the registry.

Activation Method

To make changes to this entry effective, at the command line, type:

w32tm /config /update