Thunderbird 78.4 Configuration

Overview

To configure Thunderbird 78.4 to use IMAP to connect to your RPI email

Procedure

1. Download Thunderbird from https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/thunderbird/
2. Launch Thunderbird after completing the installation
3. On the Set Up Your Existing Email Address box:
   • • Enter your full name
     • RPI email address
     • RCS password
     • Optional to check Remember password
     • Click Configure manually
4. In the new pop-up window:
   • Server for both Incoming Outgoing:  mail.rpi.edu
   • Port:  Incoming 143; Outgoing 587
   • SSL for both Incoming Outgoing: STARTTLS
   • Authentication for both Incoming Outgoing: Normal password
   • Change the Username for both Incoming Outgoing:  RCS userid ONLY (not full email address)
   • Click Done
5. If this screen comes up - select Skip Integration
6. Send a test email from this account to verify that your email is functional.

If you need additional assistance, please Submit an online Support Request.

References/Links

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Last Reviewed:   03-Feb-2023