Objective:


Explains how to add an Office 365 mailbox to Outlook on a Mac, ensuring access to email, calendar, and contacts.


Steps:


Step 1: Open Outlook

  1. Launch Outlook for Mac:

    • Open Microsoft Outlook from the Applications folder or Dock.

  2. Go to Preferences:

    • Click on Outlook in the top-left menu bar and select Preferences.

Step 2: Add the Mailbox

  1. Open Accounts:

    • In the Preferences window, click Accounts.

  2. Add a New Account:

    • Click the + (Add Account) button in the lower-left corner, then select New Account.

  3. Enter Your Office 365 Email Address:

    • Type the email address of the mailbox you wish to add (e.g., your.name@company.com) and click Continue.

  4. Sign In:

    • When prompted, enter your Office 365 password and complete any multi-factor authentication (MFA) steps.

  5. Configure Settings (If Needed):

    • Outlook will automatically configure the mailbox. If manual configuration is required, select Exchange/Office 365 and follow the prompts to input your account settings.

Step 3: Finish Setup

  1. Check the Mailbox:

    • The mailbox will now appear in the list of accounts and synchronise with Outlook.

  2. Close the Preferences Window:

    • Exit Preferences to begin using the added mailbox.