Setup SMTP Server on Mac: A Step-by-Step Guide

Setting up an SMTP server on your Mac can be a bit daunting, but with this step-by-step guide, you'll have it configured in no time.

To begin, make sure you're using the correct email address. You can do this by clicking the Advanced tab and verifying that the email address is accurate.

Next, navigate to the Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP) dropdown menu and select your SMTP server from the list. Once you've done this, go back to the Account Information tab and uncheck the box next to 'Automatically detect and maintain account settings.'

Now, select your new account from the left-hand column and click on Preferences from the Mail menu. From there, click on the Accounts tab and verify that your email account has been created.

Authentication Settings

To ensure secure authentication, make sure Password is selected from the dropdown menu. You can then safely connect to continue setting up your SMTP server.

SSL Certificate Warning

If you encounter an Unverified SSL Certificate warning, it's likely because you're using a self-signed certificate or one that hasn't been installed on your Grid. To avoid seeing this message in the future, add the existing certificate to your trust settings.

Understanding Email Access Domains

Your email access domain is completely independent of your web access domain and will look something like this: xxx-xxxx. This unique string is randomly generated and will be different for each Grid.

For more information on setting up a POP/IMAP email account, please read our article 'Creating a POP/IMAP email account'(https://www.mediatemple.net/blog/article/creating-a-pop-imap-email-account).

Additional Steps for Older Versions of Apple Mail

If you're using an older version of Apple Mail that was released prior to Sierra, be sure to follow the additional steps provided below.

With these simple steps, you should now have your Apple Mail application configured to access email for your Media Temple server. Remember to have the following information handy before you start: your version of Apple Mail, your OS X version, and your email address.

By following this guide, you'll be able to set up your SMTP server on Mac and start sending emails in no time. If you encounter any issues or have further questions, feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.

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