How to set up usyd email on mail

To set up your USYD email account on Mail (formerly known as Mail.app), you'll need to follow these steps:

Prerequisites:

1. You have a USYD email account (e.g., [your-username]@sydney.edu.au).
2. You have a Mac with macOS High Sierra (10.13) or later.
3. You have Mail installed on your Mac (it comes pre-installed).

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Open Mail: Go to Applications > Mail, or use Spotlight to search for "Mail".
2. Create a new account: Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar, then select "Preferences" (or press Cmd +,).
3. Add a new account: Click on the "Accounts" tab, then click the "+" button at the bottom left corner.
4. Select "Other Mail Account": Choose "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.
5. Enter your USYD email account details:
   • Full Name: Enter your name as it appears on your USYD student record.
   • Email Address: Enter your USYD email address (e.g., [your-username]@sydney.edu.au).
   • Password: Enter your USYD email account password.
   • Description: You can add a description if you like (e.g., "USYD Email").
6. Click "Continue": Click the "Continue" button to proceed.
7. Set up your account: Mail will attempt to set up your account. If prompted, enter your USYD email account password again.
8. Verify your account: Mail will verify your account settings. If everything is correct, you should see a success message.
9. Set up your account settings: You can customize your account settings, such as setting up your signature, default font, and more.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• If you encounter issues setting up your account, try restarting Mail or checking your USYD email account password.
• If you're still having trouble, contact the USYD IT Help Centre for assistance.

That's it! Your USYD email account should now be set up on Mail.