Buckeye mail setup windows 10

Setting up Buckeye Mail on Windows 10! Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Prerequisites:

1. Make sure you have a valid Ohio State University (OSU) email account (buckeye mail).
2. Ensure your Windows 10 device is connected to the internet.
3. You may need to enable POP3 or IMAP settings on your device, depending on your email client preferences.

Method 1: Setting up Buckeye Mail using the built-in Mail app on Windows 10

1. Open the Start menu and search for "Mail" (or "Mail and Calendar" on some devices).
2. Click on the "Mail" app to open it.
3. Click on the "Add account" button.
4. Select "Other account" and then "Manual setup" from the dropdown menu.
5. Enter your Buckeye Mail account details:
   • Email address: your OSU email address (e.g., [yourname]@buckeyemail.osu.edu)
   • Password: your OSU email password
   • Account type: select "POP" or "IMAP" (depending on your preference)
6. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Method 2: Setting up Buckeye Mail using Microsoft Outlook

1. Download and install Microsoft Outlook from the Microsoft website if you haven't already.
2. Launch Outlook and click on the "File" menu.
3. Select "Add Account" and then "Manual setup or additional server types".
4. Choose "POP or IMAP" and click "Next".
5. Enter your Buckeye Mail account details:
   • Your Name: your name as you want it to appear in your email signature
   • Email Address: your OSU email address (e.g., [yourname]@buckeyemail.osu.edu)
   • Account Type: select "POP" or "IMAP" (depending on your preference)
   • Incoming mail server: pop.buckeyemail.osu.edu (POP) or imap.buckeyemail.osu.edu (IMAP)
   • Outgoing mail server: smtp.buckeyemail.osu.edu
   • User Name: your OSU email address (e.g., [yourname]@buckeyemail.osu.edu)
   • Password: your OSU email password
6. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Troubleshooting tips:

• If you encounter issues with authentication, ensure your OSU email password is correct and try restarting the setup process.
• If you're using a proxy server, you may need to configure it separately in your email client.
• If you're experiencing issues with sending or receiving emails, try checking your Buckeye Mail account settings or contacting the OSU IT Help Desk for assistance.

That's it! You should now be able to access your Buckeye Mail account on your Windows 10 device using either the built-in Mail app or Microsoft Outlook.