In order for the DualShield server to send emails, you need to set up an email gateway in your DualShield server. Commonly, your email gateway would your Exchange server.
An email gateway connects to an email server, such as an Exchange server, via the SMTP protocol.
In the DualShield Admin Console, navigate to Configuration | Gateways
Click CREATE
Select EMAIL as the Type
Provide the following details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | name of the email gateway |
| Domains | Select all domains |
| Enabled | √ |
| Server URI | IP address or FQDN of the email server |
| Port | Port number of the SMTP connection to the email server, e.g. 25 |
| Transport Layer Security (TLS) | Tick this box if the SMTP connection requires TCP |
| Secure Socket Layer (SSL) | Tick this box if the SMTP connection requires SSL |
| Authentication Required | Tick this box if the SMTP connection requires authentication |
Click SAVE & TEST
Enter an email address in From and To
Click "TEST"
Click CANCEL to dismiss the test window
The email gateway has been created & tested successfully.