Kean email setup for outlook

Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up a Kean email account in Outlook:

Prerequisites:

• You have a Kean email account (e.g., [yourusername]@kean.edu)
• You have Outlook installed on your device (computer or mobile)
• You have the necessary login credentials (username and password)

Step 1: Launch Outlook

Open Outlook on your device. If you're using Outlook for the first time, you may be prompted to set up your account.

Step 2: Add a New Account

Click on the "File" menu and select "Add Account" (or "New Account" in Outlook 2016 and later).

Step 3: Choose Your Account Type

Select "Manual setup or additional server types" and click "Next".

Step 4: Choose Your Account Type (Again)

Select "POP or IMAP" and click "Next".

Step 5: Enter Your Account Settings

Enter the following information:

• Your Name: Your full name (e.g., John Doe)
• Email Address: Your Kean email address (e.g., [yourusername]@kean.edu)
• Account Type: Select "POP" or "IMAP" (IMAP is recommended for syncing email and calendar)
• Incoming Mail Server: imap.kean.edu (for IMAP) or pop.kean.edu (for POP)
• Outgoing Mail Server: smtp.kean.edu
• User Name: Your Kean email username (e.g., [yourusername])
• Password: Your Kean email password

Step 6: Set Up Your Account

Click "Next" and then "Finish" to set up your account.

Step 7: Verify Your Account

Outlook may prompt you to verify your account. If so, enter your Kean email password and click "OK".

Step 8: Set Up Your Email Profile

You may be prompted to set up your email profile. Choose the options that apply to you:

• Set up your email profile to sync with your Kean email account
• Choose whether to sync your email, calendar, and contacts
• Set up any additional settings (e.g., spam filtering)

Step 9: Start Using Outlook

You're now ready to start using Outlook with your Kean email account! You can access your email, calendar, and contacts from within the Outlook application.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• If you encounter issues setting up your account, try restarting Outlook or checking your Kean email account settings.
• If you're having trouble sending or receiving emails, check your email account settings or contact the Kean IT Help Desk for assistance.