Prevent Outlook from being default?

[Jerry Dubuke]

Hi All,
I have a notebook computer that has a PocketPC synching to it. On this
notebook, I installed Outlook to get to my corporate server for synching
contacts, notes, etc.
I use OE for all my email on this notebook, and after every sync Outlook
takes over the default email program role.
Is there a way to prevent Outlook from trying to become the default email
program?
Thanks in advance for any help!
Jerry

 

[Brian Tillman]

Is there a way to prevent Outlook from trying to become the default
email program?

Which version of Outlook?

 

[Jerry Dubuke]

it is outlook 2003 - newest version.

Which version of Outlook?

 

[Brian Tillman]

it is outlook 2003 - newest version.

Tools>Options>Other. Uncheck "Make Outlook the default program for E-mail,
Contacts, and Calendar" is the only setting that seems to apply, but I don't
think this is what you want, since it affects all three and not just email,
like you want. Can't hurt to try it, though. Uncheck it, then go into IE's
Internet Options>Programs and make sure "Microsoft Office Outlook" is in the
drop-downs for Calendar and Contact list, but Outlook Express in the
drop-down for E-mail.

 

[Jerry Dubuke]

I was afraid of that -
I unchecked this box first thing, but it seems to have absolutely no effect.
Any other options that you know of? a reghack maybe?
Jerry

 

[Brian Tillman]

I unchecked this box first thing, but it seems to have absolutely no
effect. Any other options that you know of?

Did you enter the values I suggested into IE's Internet Options>Programs?