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Use the UTM as an NTP server

Heli0s
Is it possible to use the UTM as an NTP server? I've created a firewall rule that allows NTP to the UTM, but when I ask a Windows machine to sync time, I get an error and the firewall logs show a dropped packet going to port 123.

Do I have to set the computers to sync off the UTM or is it possible to redirect all requests to port 123 to the UTM? (I'd rather do the latter)


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    I would call your reseller/support
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    Hi Heli0s,

    I've noted periodic problems with systems on my home network using NTP to correct/update their time. Like you, I wanted a way to redirect all outbound NTP requests to the UTM itself. My first attempt was a policy route to redirect NTP requests, but I couldn't get it to work. After searching the webs, I eventually found this post and decided to give your method (destination NAT) a go. It took a bit of trial and error--initially was stumped by "any" address object errors--but eventually found a configuration that works great. It's nice not to need to manually re-configure each system using NTP.

    I'm including a screenshot of my destination NAT rule that handles this, in hopes it helps others. Thank you!