How to set up the "Mail" application on Mac OS Lion to sync with OU Webmail
Last Updated: 9/23/11
1. First, you will need to enable IMAP in the Webmail powered by Google settings.
a. Click on the settings link in the upper right of the screen [see image]
b. Click on the tab titled "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" [see image]
c. Click on the button to enable IMAP [see image]
2. You will then need to ensure your email password is eight to ten characters long. If it is not you can reset it by going here https://netid.oakland.edu/profile/authOUCAReset.php
3. You will also need to synchronize your password by going to https://netid.oakland.edu/gmailsync/
4. Perform the unlock captcha at https://www.google.com/accounts/UnlockCaptcha
5. You can now open the Mail application. Enter the following information in the fields:
Your Name
Your Full Email Address
Your Email Password
Now click Continue [see image]
6. Finally, verify all information is correct and uncheck "Calendars" and "Chat". Click Create [see image]
Need further assistance? Contact the OUWB IT Helpdesk via phone (248) 370-3695 or email [email protected]
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