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Configuring NTP Server for Time Synchronization

This post is about how to process a Windows Server 2012 or 2016 domain controller to synchronize its time with a trusted external resource.  Having a valid and accurate time source is critical for a properly configured domain. Use your favorite search engine to locate the trusted NTP time servers for your area.  I am located in Canada and so I will be using 0.ca.pool.ntp.org 1.ca.pool.ntp.org 2.ca.pool.ntp.org 3.ca.pool.ntp.org Log into your domain controller with administrative credentials and launch a command prompt. Stop the time service: net stop w32time Enter the following to configure your NTP time servers: w32tm /config /syncfromflags:manual /manualpeerlist:"0.ca.pool.ntp.org, 1.ca.pool.ntp.org, 2.ca.pool.ntp.org, 3.ca.pool.ntp.org" and then hit Enter.  Remember to use your time servers in place of *.ca.pool.ntp.org. Let the domain controller know that these are your trusted servers: w32tm /config /reliable:yes Restart the Time Service: net start w32time Review the results: w32tm /query /configuration Ensure everything is proper and typed correctly and...

How to Clear Cached Credentials in Microsoft Windows

OK, every now and then, I admit I create a post for my own benefit and to make sure I have the 'fix' in a handy place for later reference.  This post is about how to clear out the 'hidden' cache credentials that Microsoft creates when you use your system to access network related objects like a remote drive share. If you get into a position where Windows tells you that you have 'too many failed log on attempts' or that your 'credentials are out of date', than this little shortcut might be the fix. From and Administrative command prompt, run the following: rundll32.exe keymgr.dll, KRShowKeyMgr and hit Enter.  You should be presented with a list of cached credentials.  All you need to do is to 'Remove' the one that you are having issues with like a remote network...