Network Time Protocol (NTP) provides a coordinated Universal Time Clock (UTC), the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time. UTC is used by devices that rely on having a highly accurate, universally accepted time, and can synchronize computer clock times to a fraction of a millisecond. In a networked environment, having a universal time can be crucial. For example, the stock exchange and air traffic control use NTP to ensure accurate, timely data.
ExtremeXOS 31.2 adds NTP support for ExtremeSwitching X435 series switches.
ExtremeSwitching X435, X440-G2, X450-G2, X460-G2, X465, X590, X620, X670-G2, X690, X695, X870, and 5520 series switches.