How to Setup Roadrunner Email in Outlook

Setting up your Roadrunner email account in Microsoft Outlook can streamline your email management by centralizing all your communications in one place. This guide will walk you through the steps to set up your Roadrunner email in Outlook, ensuring you have a smooth and hassle-free experience.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following information:

• Roadrunner email address
• Roadrunner email password
• Incoming mail server (IMAP or POP3) settings
• Outgoing mail server (SMTP) settings

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Outlook

1. Launch Microsoft Outlook on your computer.
2. Click on File in the top left corner.

Step 2: Add a New Account

1. In the File menu, click on Add Account.
2. Choose Manual setup or additional server types and click Next.

Step 3: Choose Account Type

1. Select POP or IMAP and click Next.

Step 4: Enter User Information

1. Fill in your name and your Roadrunner email address.

Step 5: Enter Server Information

1. Account Type: Choose either POP3 or IMAP.
   • Incoming Mail Server: Enter the Roadrunner incoming mail server. For IMAP, it’s usually mail.twc.com and for POP3, it’s pop-server.dc.rr.com.
   • Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): Enter smtp-server.dc.rr.com.

Step 6: Enter Login Information

1. User Name: Enter your full Roadrunner email address.
2. Password: Enter your Roadrunner email password.
3. Check the box labeled Remember password.

Step 7: More Settings

1. Click on More Settings.
2. Go to the Outgoing Server tab and check the box My outgoing server (SMTP) requires authentication.
3. Select Use same settings as my incoming mail server.
4. Go to the Advanced tab.
   • For IMAP: Use port 993 for the incoming server and select SSL as the encrypted connection.
   • For POP3: Use port 110 for the incoming server without SSL, or port 995 with SSL.
   • For SMTP: Use port 587 or 465 and select TLS or SSL as the encrypted connection.

Step 8: Test Account Settings

1. Click Next. Outlook will test the account settings to ensure everything is set up correctly.
2. If the tests are successful, click Close.

Step 9: Finish Setup

1. Click Finish to complete the setup process.
2. Your Roadrunner email should now be configured in Outlook and ready to use.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Incorrect Password: Ensure you are entering the correct password. If you have forgotten your password, you may need to reset it through your Roadrunner email provider.
• Server Settings: Double-check the server settings to ensure they are entered correctly.
• Internet Connection: Verify that your internet connection is stable and working.
• Firewall and Antivirus: Sometimes, firewalls or antivirus programs can block email clients. Temporarily disable them to see if they are causing the issue.

Conclusion

Setting up your Roadrunner email in Outlook can greatly enhance your email management efficiency. By following these simple steps, you can ensure your Roadrunner email is correctly configured and fully functional within Microsoft Outlook. If you encounter any issues, refer to the troubleshooting tips or contact Roadrunner support for further assistance.