How to check mail server on outlook

To check the mail server settings in Outlook, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Check Mail Server Settings in Outlook Web App

1. Open Outlook Web App (OWA) and sign in to your account.
2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner and select "View all Outlook settings".
3. Scroll down to the "Mail" section and click on "Account".
4. Under "Account", you'll see the mail server settings, including the incoming and outgoing mail server names, port numbers, and authentication settings.

Method 2: Check Mail Server Settings in Outlook Desktop Client

1. Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
2. Click on "Account Settings" and then select "Account Settings" again from the drop-down menu.
3. In the "Account Settings" window, select your email account and click on "Change".
4. In the "Change Account" window, click on the "More Settings" button.
5. In the "Internet Email Settings" window, you'll see the mail server settings, including the incoming and outgoing mail server names, port numbers, and authentication settings.

Common Mail Server Settings in Outlook

• Incoming Mail Server (IMAP or POP3): This is the server that receives incoming emails.
• Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): This is the server that sends outgoing emails.
• Port Numbers:
  • IMAP: 143 (default) or 993 (SSL/TLS)
  • POP3: 110 (default) or 995 (SSL/TLS)
  • SMTP: 25 (default) or 587 (TLS)
• Authentication: This is the method used to authenticate your email account, such as username and password, or OAuth.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If you're having trouble sending or receiving emails, check your mail server settings to ensure they are correct.
• If you're using a third-party email provider, check their documentation for specific mail server settings.
• If you're still having trouble, try resetting your mail server settings to their default values.