How do I verify the settings in Outlook 2016?
- Start Outlook 2016. If Outlook 2016 isn't already running, start it now.
- Select the account. Click the File tab on the ribbon:
- Verify the basic account settings.
- Verify the “Outgoing Server” settings.
- Verify the “Advanced” settings.
- Test the settings.
- Finish the wizard.
So, how do I find the IP address of my SMTP server?
How to Find My SMTP Server IP Address?
- Click on the “Start” menu, type “run” press enter then type “cmd” press enter (type without quotes)
- A command prompt will open in a new window.
- Type ping space smtp server name. For example “ping mail.servername.com” and press “enter”. This command try to contact the SMTP server through IP address.
What is the SMTP server?
An SMTP server is the machine that takes care of the whole email delivery process: that's why to send your messages with an email client or software you need first of all to configure the correct SMTP settings – in particular, the right SMTP address you're using. (For instance, Gmail's is smtp.gmail.com).
What is my SMTP server for Yahoo Mail?
Type “smtp.mail.yahoo.com” into the text field for the outgoing mail, or SMTP, server. Use “smtp.bizmail.yahoo.com” if you have a Yahoo Business Email account. Enter “465” as the port number for the server.