Enable Alerts via E-mail or SMS
To configure a database to enable alerts via e-mail and/or SMS text message, choose File > Manage Database > Database Settings.
In a secure database, this is available only for users with the "Manage other database settings" permission.
What’s Changed? In prior versions, similar preferences were defined in the E-mail and Other Settings window.
- Select the Enable Alerts via E-mail or SMS check box.
- Specify a valid SMTP port and SMTP server. (You may need to consult with the IT professionals who have configured the e-mail server used within your organization.)
- Enter your e-mail address (or a valid SMS text messaging address if you prefer) in the Recipient address for test message field and then click Send Test Message.
If the test message cannot be sent, an error will be displayed. If that happens, you can update the settings and try again until the message is delivered successfully.
Starting in Version 21.0.2, if the Send Windows credentials to SMTP server check box is selected, the current user’s Windows login credentials are sent to the SMTP server. If the server is configured to require authentication, this option must be selected. If the server is configured to allow anonymous access, this option can be cleared, if desired.