Setting up email in Outlook is a crucial step in staying connected and organized. But let's face it, email setup can be a bit of a headache. That's why we've put together this knowledgebase article to help make the process as painless as possible. In just a few simple steps, we'll guide you through the process of setting up your email.
Outlook on the Web
Outlook on the Web enables you to securely access your Microsoft Outlook mailbox from most computers with an Internet connection. This was formally referred to as Webmail. It is an easy way to access your Outlook mailbox when you are away from your office computer. You can check and respond to email, manage your calendar and see other Outlook items.
You can access Outlook on the Web by visiting https://outlook.office.com/mail/
You can also access it through office.com. This link will also provide access to browser versions of all your M365 apps, like OneDrive, Word, Excel, and more!
Outlook for Windows
Please note that IT only provides support for Outlook on the Web on personal devices.
- Launch Outlook
- If you are prompted for your email address, enter it. Otherwise, Click File, then + Add Account
- Enter your email address, then click Connect
- If prompted, choose Office 365 as the Mailbox type.
- Enter your VIU password, then click Sign In
- Uncheck "Allow my organization to manage my device", then click No, sign in to this app only
- Click Done
Outlook for Mac
Mac Mail, which ships with Mac computers and devices is not supported at VIU. Currently, the best option for Mac users who want to access VIU email is to use Outlook on the Web or Outlook.
- Launch Outlook
- If you are prompted for your email address, enter it, then click Continue. Continue to step 4.
- If you are not prompted for your email address, click Outlook > Preferences… > Accounts. Next, click on the + (lower left), then New Account… Then, enter your email address and click Continue.
- Enter your password, then click Sign In
iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Preferred - Outlook for iOS (iPhone/iPad)
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Install the
Outlook for iOS app from the
iOS App Store and then open it.
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If it's your first time using Outlook for iOS, enter your VIU email address, then tap Add Account
If not, open the Menu > tap Settings > Add Account > Add Email Account
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Enter your VIU email address, then tap Continue
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Enter your email account password and tap Sign In
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Accept any prompts for permission you may receive
Alternate - Apple Mail
- Tap Settings > Mail > Accounts > Add Account > Exchange
- Enter your VIU email address, then tap Next. You can also enter an account description.
- Tap Next, then tap Sign In
- Enter your VIU password, then tap Sign In
- Follow the prompts on the screen.
Android
Preferred - Outlook for Android
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Tap Get Started if this is your first time
Otherwise, to add another email account, open the Menu > Settings > Add Account > Add Email Account
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Enter your VIU email address, then tap Continue
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Enter your email account password and tap Sign In or Next
Alternate - Gmail
- Open the Gmail app
- Tap the menu icon in the upper left corner > Settings > Add account > Exchange and Microsoft 365
- Enter your full email address and password
- Follow steps for your account type.