Addin to change SMTP server on account

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Scott C. Reynolds

I want to create an addin (or an external program) to change the SMTP
server settings on my Internet Mail account. My ISP blocks port 25 for
all but their server at home, but I can't use that at work, so every
morning I have to edit my account settings to the work SMTP, and at
night to the home one, and to be honest, it's a pain.

So, can someone point me in the right direction on how to access these
types of settings? I've been googling all morning and not coming up
with anything useful.
 
you can use a batch file to swap the hosts file... otherwise, I don't think
the SMTP server is exposed. It's in the registry too... if you change it
before you open outlook.

http://lists.outlooktips.net/rss/archives/20040322.html

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You can also install your very own SMTP server on your
computer if you install IIS.

After installation, you'll have to configure your SMTP to
allow "relays". Then change your outgoing SMTP server
to "localhost" in Outlook.

In this configuration, you'll still be able to download
your email from your existing POP servers, but you will
be using your own system to send outgoing mail directly,
bypassing your mail service provider.
 
Note that not all ISPs allow SMTP servers - some block port 25, others will
cancel your account for violating the TOS.. and a number of sites use RBLs
and won't accept the messages.

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Diane Poremsky [MVP - Outlook]
Author, Teach Yourself Outlook 2003 in 24 Hours
Coauthor, OneNote 2003 for Windows (Visual QuickStart Guide)
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