These instructions will help you set up Outlook 2010 for ISU Exchange. These are the automatic set up directions; for manual set up, see Set Up Outlook 2010 for ISU Exchange (Manual). These instructions apply to all computers that are running on campus that do not require a VPN connection to access the network.

1. When first launching Outlook click "Next" on the Startup Screen.
   1. In the Account configuration screen leave “Yes” checked and click “Next”.
   2. If the Startup Screen does not appear click the File tab, then “Info”, and “Add Account.”
2. On the New Account Screen enter the following:
   • Name: Last, First
   • Email Address: yournetid@iastate.edu
   • Password: Your Net-ID password
3. Click "Next."
4. A confirmation screen will appear showing:
   • Outlook has established a connection with the Exchange server.
   • Outlook has verified your account settings and logged you in to the server.
5. Click "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Note: If Outlook fails to establish a connection, see the instructions for manually configuring Outlook.

6. After Outlook verifies your account settings, click the File tab, then “Account settings.”
7. On the Account Settings screen double-click your e-mail account.
8. On the Change E-mail Account screen set the program to use cached exchange mode:
   1. If “Use Cached Exchange Mode” is checked, click “Cancel.”
   2. If "Use Cached Exchange Mode" is unchecked, check it and click “Next.”
9. Click “Finish.” Outlook is now ready to use.