How do I keep from checking e-mail while offline?

[Bethany]

I want to check my e-mail every 5-10 minutes while online, but then when I am
not connected to the internet, I don't want to check e-mail. Right now, it
is checking for new messages even when I am offline. Please help.
Bethany

 

[Lanwench [MVP - Exchange]]

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I want to check my e-mail every 5-10 minutes while online, but then
when I am not connected to the internet, I don't want to check
e-mail. Right now, it is checking for new messages even when I am
offline. Please help.
Bethany

Hi, Bethany -

When you post in here, always include your version, SP level, and mode (if
applicable) of Outlook - you can find this information in Help | About. Also
include the type of mail account(s) you use and any other pertinent details.

Be sure to put a consise summary of your question in the subject line, and
the full details in the body of your post.

 

[Vince Averello [MVP-Outlook]]

If you're using OL2003 (and probably OL2002) you can turn off offline
checking here: Tools menu > Send/Receive > Send/Receive Settings > Define
Send/Receive groups. Uncheck the option to check while offline. You can also
set Outlook to offline using the Work Offline command on the File menu