HP A1710n - Pavilion - 1 GB RAM, Getting Started Manual

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Introducing Your Computer Software
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Sending and Receiving E-Mail
E-mail enables you to send and receive letters, pictures, postcards, and even music and
video clips.
Your computer comes with an e-mail program from Microsoft called Windows Mail (select
models only). You may also use e-mail programs from other vendors. Some ISPs provide
their own e-mail programs. You use an e-mail program to send, receive, and organize your
messages. You can organize, read, and create new messages even when you are offline
(not connected to the Internet).
Using Windows Mail
To set up Windows Mail, you first need some information from your ISP: your e-mail
address, user name, password, the names of your incoming and outgoing e-mail servers,
and perhaps some other details.
The first time you start Windows Mail, make sure the computer is connected to the Internet,
and follow the wizard to set up your account.
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click All Programs .
3 Click Windows Mail .
To add an account in Windows Mail:
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click All Programs .
3 Click Windows Mail .
4 Click Tools , and then click Accounts .
5 Click Add , e-mail Account , and then click Next .
6 Follow the onscreen instructions to add your account.
Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP
Follow the instructions provided by your ISP to install its Web browser and e-mail program,
and to set up and use your e-mail account. You will then be able to send and receive e-mail
when your computer is connected to your ISP.
NOTE: E-mail may contain a virus in the message itself or as an attachment. To protect
your computer, do not open any message that originates from an unfamiliar source or that
appears suspect to you. Instead, delete such messages.