 Outlook Express/Standby Connection Problem, OE won't connect after computer is awoken from standby mode |
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 Nov 7 2009, 11:51 AM
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Details: Outlook Express 6, Dell Dimension 4600, Windows XP, cable modem (Toshiba PCX100U). Thanks! EDIT: I just tried shutting down OE before going into standby mode, and then opening it again when I resume and it works fine. That's obviously a temporary solution to my problem, but I'm still curious what's causing the problem. This post has been edited by salvation79: Nov 7 2009, 12:12 PM |
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Nov 7 2009, 12:06 PM
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Have you checked the mail server address and port settings?
In my opinion OE6 is obsolete and you should use Mozilla Thunderbird which is better, more secure and free. http://www.mozillamessaging.com/en-US/thunderbird/ -------------------- |
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Nov 7 2009, 12:08 PM
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Hey, thanks for the response. As far as I know, all of the settings are identical to how they were previously. And I imagine I wouldn't be able to connect at all if that were the problem.
I've entertained the thought of switching to something else, but I've been using OE forever. Even if I get over my fear of change, I'm still concerned about transferring all of my messages, folders and contacts. Either way, I'm sure there's a driver or update issue here. |
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Nov 7 2009, 12:57 PM
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Forum Addict Group: BC Advisor Posts: 1,414 Joined: 6-July 08 From: South Garden Member No.: 220,807 |
When you start Thunderbird for first time, it asks you to transfer setting/folders/mails from OE6 over to Thunderbird.
Also you can choose from Tools > Import to do the same in Thunderbird. http://www.howtoforge.com/importing_outloo...rbird_evolution -------------------- |
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