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How do I setup Microsoft Outlook Express to receive e-mail using POP3 protocol?

To set up Microsoft Outlook Express you will need to have the following infomation;

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 Outlook Express and click "Tools" and choose "Accounts".

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2. Select the "Mail" tab. Click "Add" and choose "Mail...".

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3. Enter a Display Name and click "Next".

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4. Enter the e-mail address and click "Next".

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5. Choose "POP3" and enter the following:
Incoming mail: pop.1and1.com
Outgoing mail: smtp.1and1.com
and click "Next".

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6. Enter the Account name. If you want the system to remember the password, check
the box near "Remember Password" and enter the password. Click "Next".

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7. Finally click "Finish".

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8. Now highlight the account and click on "Properties".

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9. Choose the "Servers" tab. Check "My server requires authentication". Click "Settings".

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10. Choose "Use same settings as my incoming mail server" and click "OK".

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Finally click "Apply" and "OK" and close the "Internet Accounts" window.