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How do I setup Mozilla Thunderbird to receive e-mail using POP3 protocol?

Version used: Mozilla Thunderbird 0.9

To set up Mozilla Thunderbird you will need to have the following information;

Server Type: POP3
Incoming Server: pop.1and1.com
Outgoing Server: smtp.1and1.com

Account name/Username: your_email_name@sbbmail.com
Password: Your E-mail Password

1. Open Mozilla Thunderbird. Click Tools -> Account Settings.

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2. Click "Add Account"

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3. Choose "Email account" and click "Next".

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4. Enter your name and e-mail address. Click "Next".

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5. Choose POP and enter pop.1and1.com as the incoming server. Click "Next".

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6. Enter your_email_name@sbbmail.com and click "Next".

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7. Enter a name for the account and click "Next".

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8. Click "Finish".

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9. Click "Outgoing Server (SMTP)" and change the User Name to: your_email_name@sbbmail.com.
(Note: Use Name and password box has to be checked.) Click "OK".

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10. Now when you click "Get Mail" you will be prompted for the password.