How to configure my outlook for cognizant mail

To configure your Outlook for Cognizant mail, you'll need to set up your account using the correct settings. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you do so:

Method 1: Manual Setup

1. Open Outlook and go to File > Add Account.
2. Select Manual setup or additional server types and click Next.
3. Choose POP or IMAP and click Next.
4. Enter the following settings:
   • Your Name: Your full name (e.g., John Doe).
   • Email Address: Your Cognizant email address (e.g., [email protected]).
   • Account Type: POP3 or IMAP (your organization may have specific requirements).
   • Incoming mail server: mail.cognizant.com (or your organization's specific server).
   • Outgoing mail server: mail.cognizant.com (or your organization's specific server).
   • User Name: Your Cognizant email address (e.g., [email protected]).
   • Password: Your Cognizant email password.
5. Click Next and then Finish.

Method 2: AutoDiscover

1. Open Outlook and go to File > Add Account.
2. Enter your Cognizant email address and password, and click Connect.
3. Outlook will attempt to autoconfigure your account using AutoDiscover. If successful, you'll see a confirmation message.

Additional Settings

• Port Numbers:
  • Incoming (POP3): 110
  • Outgoing (SMTP): 587
• Authentication: Use the same username and password for both incoming and outgoing servers.
• SSL/TLS: Enable SSL/TLS encryption for both incoming and outgoing servers.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If you're having trouble connecting, check your email address and password for typos or incorrect formatting.
• Ensure that your firewall or antivirus software is not blocking the connection.
• If you're using a proxy server, configure it correctly to allow the connection.
• If you're still having issues, contact your Cognizant IT department or email administrator for assistance.

By following these steps, you should be able to configure your Outlook for Cognizant mail. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to ask!