How to install axigen mail server on outlook

AXigen is a popular open-source mail server that can be installed on various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. To install AXigen on Outlook, you'll need to follow these steps:

Prerequisites:

  1. Ensure you have a compatible operating system (Windows, Linux, or macOS) installed on your machine.
  2. Download the AXigen installation package from the official website: https://www.axigen.com/download/
  3. Make sure you have a valid email account and a domain name to configure the mail server.

Step 1: Install AXigen

  1. Run the AXigen installation package (e.g., axigen-<version>-setup.exe on Windows) and follow the installation wizard's instructions.
  2. Choose the installation location and select the components you want to install (e.g., Mail Server, Web Interface, and IMAP/POP3).
  3. Complete the installation process by following the prompts.

Step 2: Configure AXigen

  1. Open the AXigen Web Interface by navigating to http://localhost:8080 (or the IP address and port number you specified during installation).
  2. Log in to the Web Interface using the default credentials (username: admin, password: admin).
  3. Configure the mail server settings:
    • Set the domain name and email account settings.
    • Configure the mail server's IP address and port numbers.
    • Set the authentication method (e.g., username/password, SSL/TLS).
  4. Save your changes and restart the AXigen service.

Step 3: Configure Outlook

  1. Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
  2. Click on "Account Settings" and then "Account Settings" again.
  3. Click on "New" to create a new email account.
  4. Select "Manual setup or additional server types" and click "Next".
  5. Choose "POP3" or "IMAP" as the account type, depending on your preference.
  6. Enter the following settings:
    • Server: localhost (or the IP address and port number you specified during AXigen installation).
    • Port: 110 (POP3) or 143 (IMAP).
    • Username: Your email account username.
    • Password: Your email account password.
  7. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup.

Step 4: Test your email account

  1. Open Outlook and check if you can send and receive emails using your AXigen mail server.

That's it! You should now be able to use AXigen as your mail server with Outlook. If you encounter any issues during the installation or configuration process, refer to the AXigen documentation or seek assistance from the AXigen community.