Configuring a Mail Relay Host and Notification Address

Procedure

Step 1

Choose System (system gear icon) > Configuration.

Step 2

Click Email Notification.

Step 3

In the Mail Relay Host field, enter the hostname or IP address of the mail server you want to use. The mail host you enter must allow access from the appliance.

Step 4

In the Port Number field, enter the port number to use on the email server.

Typical ports include:

  • 25, when using no encryption

  • 465, when using SSLv3

  • 587, when using TLS

Step 5

Choose an Encryption Method:

  • TLS—Encrypt communications using Transport Layer Security.
  • SSLv3—Encrypt communications using Secure Socket Layers.
  • None—Allow unencrypted communication.
Note

Certificate validation is not required for encrypted communication between the appliance and mail server.

Step 6

In the From Address field, enter the valid email address you want to use as the source email address for messages sent by the appliance.

Step 7

Optionally, to supply a user name and password when connecting to the mail server, choose Use Authentication. Enter a user name in the Username field. Enter a password in the Password field.

Step 8

To send a test email using the configured mail server, click Test Mail Server Settings.

A message appears next to the button indicating the success or failure of the test.

Step 9

Click Save.