What might indicate that multicast traffic is not traversing the network properly in a Dante system?

In a Dante system, which relies heavily on multicast traffic for audio transmission, the indication that multicast traffic is not traversing the network properly is best reflected in instances of devices occasionally losing synchronization. This loss of sync can arise when multicast packets are delayed, dropped, or otherwise disrupted, leading to the devices being unable to maintain a consistent connection to the audio stream.

When devices lose synchronization intermittently, it points to a possible breakdown in the multicast delivery, which can be caused by a range of factors such as network congestion, configuration issues, or problems with the switch settings that could be affecting multicast routing.

On the other hand, when all devices report sync issues simultaneously, it might point towards a systemic issue affecting the whole network, rather than just multicast traffic. Devices indicating a stable clock status would suggest that the multicast streams are being received properly, and unicast traffic functioning without disruption doesn't necessarily provide insights into the behavior of multicast traffic. Thus, the scenario where devices occasionally lose synchronization is indeed a strong indicator of multicast traffic issues in a Dante environment.