OpenSolaris 2008.11 System Administration Guide
OpenSolaris 2008.11 System Administration Guide: How to Configure Thunderbird Account Settings

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Use the following steps to configure Thunderbird mail account settings.

  1. Launch the mail client.
  2. Go to Edit → Account Settings.
  3. Enter the following information in the Account Settings window:
    • Account Name - Provide your user name and the mail server
    • Your Name - Provide your full name
    • Email Address - Identify your email address
  4. Click Server Settings.
    Note that the Server type should be IMAP Mail Server.
    • Type the server name.
    • Type the user name.
    • For Security Settings, select TLS, if it is not selected.
  5. Click Outgoing Server (SMTP).
    Note that the Server type should be SMTP.
    • Verify that your user name and account appear correctly in the window.
    • Verify the following settings:
      • Description <not specified>
      • Server Name: <your server name>
      • Port: 587 (port might vary)
      • User Name: <your user name>
      • Secure Connection: TLS
  6. Click OK to save the information and close the window.
    Note - It might be necessary to quit and restart the mail server after configuring your mail settings.