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U-M Internet Configuration Fact Sheet

This document lists configuration information, such as server addresses, for those who want to configure their own Internet software to connect to ITCS services. It does not explain how to configure your software, but simply lists the configuration information you will need to enter. See Additional Resources at the end of this document for other configuration information resources.
If your school, college, or unit provides computing services, check with your computer support person for the appropriate configuration information for those services.
Table of Contents

E-Mail
The configuration information here is for use of the ITCS IMAP e-mail service.
For detailed e-mail configuration information for many different e-mail clients, see Configuring Your E-Mail Program to Connect to the ITCS E-Mail Service (S4321).
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User ID, user name, or mail server user name |
Your uniqname |
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E-mail server for incoming mail
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mail.umich.edu Either SSL or GSSAPI/Kerberos is required for authentication. If you choose GSSAPI for authentication, you may also choose SSL encryption. For detailed instructions for particular e-mail programs, see Configuring Your E-Mail Program to Connect to the ITCS E-Mail Service (S4321). |
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Incoming mail server port numbers for SSL only; do not use for GSAPPI/Kerberos
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IMAP: 993
POP3: 995
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SMTP server or host (also called outgoing mail server) |
smtp.mail.umich.edu Use SSL encryption and either Port 587 or 465, depending on your mail program. See Configuring Your E-Mail Program to Connect to the ITCS E-Mail Service (S4321) for details. |
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Mail domain |
umich.edu |
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Domain to add to unqualified addresses |
umich.edu |
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Return address |
NOTE: This is your return address if you use the ITCS e-mail service or have registered your e-mail address in the U-M Online Directory. (Mail will be forwarded to the e-mail address listed in your entry.) |
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Your e-mail address |
NOTE: This is your e-mail address if you use the ITCS e-mail service or have registered your e-mail address in the U-M Online Directory. (Mail will be directed to the e-mail address listed in your U-M Online Directory entry.) |
TCP/IP
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IP Address |
Obtain from Server |
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Domain Name Servers (DNS) |
141.211.144.17
141.211.125.17 |
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Domain Suffix Search Order |
umich.edu
itd.umich.edu
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General
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ITCS Login Service (Use SSH or other secure software to connect) |
login.itd.umich.edu |
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For file transfer to your IFS Home Directory (Use SFTP or other secure file transfer software) |
Host: sftp.itd.umich.edu
Directory: leave blank |
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ITCS Software Distribution Directory |
Host: sftp.itd.umich.edu
Directory: /afs/umich.edu/group/itd/swdist/ |
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LDAP server |
Host: ldap.itd.umich.edu
Search path: dc=umich, dc=edu
Port number: 389 |
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Finger Server |
umich.edu |
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NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server |
ntp.itd.umich.edu |
Additional Resources
For detailed e-mail configuration information for many different e-mail clients, see Configuring Your E-Mail Program to Connect to the ITCS E-Mail Service (S4321).
System administrators looking for more advanced configuration information may want to look at the System Administration and Configuration FAQ.
Information Technology Central Services (ITCS) provides configuration help in two ways:
- the U-M Blue Disc installs preconfigured Internet software for Windows and Macintosh computers. This is all most users will need.
- ITCS consultants can assist with many configuration issues by calling (734) 764-HELP [764-4357] or sending a question to online.consulting@umich.edu.
Visit ITCS's
Information System to obtain ITCS computer documentation
and other resources.
Visit the Internet Access Kit web page for information and documentation about the ITCS-supported Internet software. ITCS only provides support for Internet software included in its kits.
We welcome your comments; please send e-mail.
ITCS's Online Help Desk provides a variety of computing help resources.
To contact an ITCS consultant, send e-mail or phone (734) 764-HELP.
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