SMTP Target Type

The SMTP check makes a connection socket to your SMTP server (by default on port 25) and waits for positive reply - "220" message as defined in RFC 821.
Then the monitoring agent sends "HELO" (EHLO) message and waits for "250" ready status.
If the ready message is received the check is considered OK.

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Usage tips

• Using Tooltips for quick access to details
  

Knowledge base

• SMTP Authentication
  
• SMTP server configuration
  
• SMTP Servers Configuration
  
• Mail Round-trip scenarios
  
• Resend test message on error
  

Howtos

• Configure Alert Dependencies
  
• Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO) integration with WebSitePulse
  
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• Check WHOIS records for status changes
  

Glossary

• SMTP / Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
  
• IIS / Internet Information Services
  
• WebSitePulse
  
• CRAM-MD5 SMTP authentication
  
• Port
  

Frequently asked questions

• What types of applications are monitored?
  
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