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Can't synchronize time, Windows 7

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Mar 15, 202696189 views
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Problem

Ok, I finally installed Windows 7, clean install. Time synchronization does not work. Clicking "Update now" gives message: I use time.nist.gov, as I believe that use to be reliable, and works for my XP pc's. Any hints on this? I did edit the Task Scheduler, Microsoft > Windows > Time Synchronizatio…

Error Output

Unable to start the Windows Time service. Please try again later.

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Fix for: Can't synchronize time, Windows 7

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It seems that Windows Time Service could not be started. Check if Windows Time Service is disabled. If yes enable it and set it to Automatic (open Run prompt and type "services.msc".Navigate to Windows Time, right click, select Properties and change…

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