Windows Firewall Allow Rule for SmarterMail

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Open Windows Firewall

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
2. Type wf.msc and press Enter. This will open the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security window.

2. Create a New Inbound Rule

1. In the left pane, select Inbound Rules.
2. In the right pane, click New Rule....

3. Choose Rule Type

1. In the "New Inbound Rule Wizard," select Port and click Next.

4. Specify Ports

1. On the "Does this rule apply to TCP or UDP?" screen, select TCP.
2. Choose Specific local ports and enter the following port numbers separated by commas: 25, 80, 110, 143, 443, 465, 587, 993, 995
3. Click Next.

5. Define the Action

1. On the "What action should be taken?" screen, select Allow the connection.
2. Click Next.

6. Specify When the Rule Applies

1. Choose the network profiles where the rule should apply:
   • Domain: Applies when the computer is connected to a domain.
   • Private: Applies when the computer is connected to a private network.
   • Public: Applies when the computer is connected to a public network.
2. Select the appropriate options based on your environment and click Next.

7. Name the Rule

1. Enter a descriptive name for the rule, such as "SmarterMail".
2. Optionally, add a description for additional context.
3. Click Finish to create the rule.