# Mail Server

## **Introduction**

The Mail Server settings enable users to configure the email server used by the application. This section covers the steps to set up and manage the mail server settings, ensuring reliable email communication within the system.

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## **Mail Server Configuration**

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**Sending Notifications via Email**

Configure the settings to send alert and critical notifications to specific email addresses.

<details>

<summary><strong>Server Name</strong></summary>

Enter the host address of the mail server.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>PORT/SSL</strong></summary>

Specify the connection port for the mail server.

</details>

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<summary><strong>Sender Name</strong></summary>

Enter the name of the sender.

</details>

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<summary><strong>Sender Email Address</strong></summary>

Provide the **"From"** email address for outgoing mails.

</details>

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<summary><strong>Email Type</strong></summary>

Select SMTP or SMTPS as the email protocol.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Enable TLS</strong></summary>

Choose "Yes" or "No" to enable or disable TLS encryption.

</details>

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<summary><strong>Requires Authentication</strong></summary>

* Check this option if authentication is needed
* Enter the username and email of the mail address.

</details>

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<summary><strong>Testing Email Sending</strong></summary>

* To ensure proper configuration, test mail sending by entering a valid email address.
* Click **"Send a test mail"** to send a test email to the specified address.

</details>


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