Network Time Server is part of the Network Time System package used for setting up and running a dedicated time server on the company network. The application is capable of time synchronization with external NTP/SNTP sources - public NTP time servers or local trusted time sources such as NMEA 0183 GPS receivers (via COM, USB, Bluetooth ports, TCP/IP, UDP multicasting), radio clock cards, NTP servers etc. Moreover, it can host the time received from an external time source for Windows workstations, any NTP/SNTP compatible devices and non-Windows NTP clients.
Key Features:
- This allows you to synchronize time on various hardware such as routers, switches, IP cameras and computers running operating systems different from Windows.
- NTSv2, our proprietary time sync protocol, comes with the following enhanced functionality: 256-bit AES encryption, Network-wide licensing management, Time client settings distribution, UDP broadcasting support
- The time Network Time Server receives from an external time source can be customized in a few ways, including converting to the local time and applying a custom offset.
- Configuring several external time sources such as NTP, SNTP servers or NMEA 0183 GPS receiver helps you ensure a dependable system of precise time.
- All major events relating to both the internal time server and external time sources are logged to the Application Event Log and separate text files.
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Publisher’s description
What is Network Time System (Server)?
Network Time System (Server) is a proprietary network tool program for Windows from Softros Systems.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as MSI. The main installer is 16.3 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Network Time System (Server) is a network tool tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Network Time System (Server) safe to download?
- The file is served by download.softros.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
E70991C542EDE40D2CB2652CC4535E921D1A0637C13E905522133305676B144F· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6.2Latest | October 17, 2025 | 16.3 MB | 64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Softros.NetworkTimeSystem.Server -emsiexec /i NTS-Server-Setup-x64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {6B4B208B-54B3-47B3-94AA-C75F1F455555} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Softros Systems
- Category
- Network tools
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 2.6.2
- Released
- October 17, 2025
- Added to the catalogue
- October 20, 2025
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- nts.softros.com
- winget ID
- Softros.NetworkTimeSystem.Server
- MSI product code
- {6B4B208B-54B3-47B3-94AA-C75F1F455555}
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Frequently asked questions
Is Network Time System (Server) free?
Network Time System (Server) is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Network Time System (Server) safe to download?
The download comes from download.softros.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Network Time System (Server) with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Network Time System (Server) be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Network Time System (Server) run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to Network Time System (Server)?
Wireshark, ZeroTier One, Nmap, iPerf3 and Angry IP Scanner. The alternatives page compares them.
