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How-to: Set up Email
Android Mobile Phone
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NOTE:
These instructions are based on the most common Android OS, Version 2.2 model
powered by Google. The order and/or description of the settings in this guide may
not necessarily match your device. Please consult your Mobile Service Provider for
device software updates.
Follow these procedures to set up email on your Android mobile phone:
1. From the Applications, menu, open Settings, then Accounts, and Sync.
2. Add Account, and then select Exchange ActiveSync.
3. Enter your full email address (i.e., [email protected]) and password.
4. Tap Next.
5. Enter the following account information:
a. Domain: (Leave this field blank)
b. Domain/Username: Enter your full email address (i.e.,
[email protected])
c. Password: Use the password that you use to access your account
d. Exchange Server: Enter server address (mail.office365.com)
6. Tap Next. Some devices may prompt a security acceptance notification.
Accept if it applies, (SSL connection, security certificate, etc.).
7. Once your phone verifies the server settings, the available options from the
Account Options screen will include the following:
a. Email Checking Frequency. The default value is Automatic. When you
select this option, email messages will be sent to your phone as they
arrive. We recommend this option if you have an unlimited data plan.
b. Amount to Synchronize. You can choose the amount of mail you want
to keep on your mobile phone - three days, one week, two weeks, or
one month.
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c. Email Notification/Notify Me When Email Arrives. This option will
notify you when you receive a new email message. We recommend
selecting this option.
d. Sync Calendar. Your calendar will be synchronized between your
phone and your account.
e. Sync Contacts. Your contacts will be synchronized between your phone
and your account.
8. Tap Next. You have the option to enter an account name to identify this
account on your Android phone. (i.e., [email protected]).
9. Tap Done. Email setup is complete. You can now start using your account
with the email application on your Android phone.
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