Vumc email setup for outlook

To set up your Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) email account in Outlook, follow these steps:

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 information:
    • Your Name: Your full name (e.g., John Doe).
    • Email Address: Your VUMC email address (e.g., [email protected]).
    • Account Type: Select POP3 or IMAP.
    • Incoming mail server: mail.vumc.org.
    • Outgoing mail server: mail.vumc.org.
    • User Name: Your VUMC email address (e.g., [email protected]).
    • Password: Your VUMC email password.
  5. Click Next and then Finish.

Method 2: Auto Setup

  1. Open Outlook and go to File > Add Account.
  2. Select Auto Account Setup and click Next.
  3. Enter your VUMC email address and password.
  4. Click Next and then Finish.

Additional Settings

  1. IMAP Settings: If you choose to use IMAP, you may need to configure additional settings:
    • IMAP Server: mail.vumc.org.
    • IMAP Port: 143.
    • SMTP Server: mail.vumc.org.
    • SMTP Port: 587.
  2. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): If you have 2FA enabled, you may need to enter an authentication code sent to your phone or authenticator app.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues setting up your VUMC email account in Outlook, try the following:

  1. Check your email address and password for typos or incorrect information.
  2. Ensure that your VUMC email account is not blocked or suspended.
  3. Contact the VUMC IT Help Desk for assistance: it.vumc.org or (615) 322-2000.

Remember to always follow VUMC's email policies and guidelines when using your VUMC email account.