Can't smtp out e mail firebox

A common issue!

Firebox is a firewall, and it's blocking the SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) traffic, preventing your email client from sending emails. Here are some possible reasons and solutions:

1. Firebox configuration: Check the Firebox configuration to ensure that SMTP traffic is allowed. You can do this by:
   • Logging into the Firebox web interface.
   • Navigating to the "Policies" or "Rules" section.
   • Looking for a rule that blocks SMTP traffic (e.g., port 25 or 587).
   • If you find such a rule, try to disable or modify it to allow SMTP traffic.
2. SMTP port blocking: Firebox might be blocking the SMTP port (25 or 587) by default. You can try to:
   • Configure your email client to use a different SMTP port (e.g., 2525 or 587).
   • Check if your email provider allows alternative SMTP ports.
3. Firebox's email scanning feature: Firebox might have an email scanning feature enabled, which can block emails. You can try to:
   • Disable the email scanning feature in Firebox.
   • Configure your email client to use a different email scanning service.
4. Firebox's content filtering feature: Firebox might have a content filtering feature enabled, which can block emails. You can try to:
   • Disable the content filtering feature in Firebox.
   • Configure your email client to use a different content filtering service.
5. Firebox's antivirus software: Firebox might have antivirus software installed, which can block emails. You can try to:
   • Disable the antivirus software in Firebox.
   • Configure your email client to use a different antivirus software.
6. Firebox's DNS settings: Firebox might have DNS settings that are blocking the SMTP traffic. You can try to:
   • Check the Firebox DNS settings and ensure they are correct.
   • Configure your email client to use a different DNS server.

If none of these solutions work, you may want to:

• Contact your Firebox administrator or IT department for assistance.
• Check the Firebox documentation or online resources for more information on configuring SMTP traffic.
• Consider using a different email client or service that is not blocked by Firebox.

Remember to always follow best practices for email security and configuration to ensure that your emails are delivered successfully and securely.