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To set up your Tufts email account, follow these steps:
Step 1: Activate Your Account
- Go to the Tufts University website (www.tufts.edu) and click on "My Tufts" at the top right corner of the page.
- Click on "Activate Your Account" and enter your JumboNet ID and password.
- Follow the prompts to activate your account.
Step 2: Set Up Your Email Account
- Once your account is activated, go to the Tufts University email login page (mail.tufts.edu).
- Enter your JumboNet ID and password to log in.
- You will be prompted to set up your email account. Follow the prompts to:
- Set your email password (if you haven't already done so).
- Set up your email client (e.g., Outlook, Apple Mail, etc.).
- Set up your email forwarding (if you want to forward your Tufts email to another email account).
Step 3: Configure Your Email Client
- If you're using a desktop email client like Outlook, follow these steps:
- Open Outlook and go to "File" > "Add Account".
- Select "Manual setup or additional server types" and click "Next".
- Select "POP or IMAP" and click "Next".
- Enter the following settings:
- Server: mail.tufts.edu
- Port: 993 (IMAP) or 995 (POP)
- Username: your JumboNet ID
- Password: your email password
- Click "Next" and then "Finish".
- If you're using a mobile device or webmail client, follow the manufacturer's instructions for setting up your email account.
Troubleshooting Tips
- If you're having trouble setting up your email account, try restarting your email client or checking your email settings.
- If you're still having trouble, contact the Tufts University IT Help Desk at [email protected] or (617) 627-3376.