"gdthedb" <gdthedb@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:624A8DAA-479C-4487-B2FC-30575490174D@microsoft.com...
> don't need to update mail each time i go in. send/recieve update feature
> slows my system down considerably. i would rather not simply turn off my
> wireless card as i may want internet access... rather i am looking for the
> "manual update" function on Outlook 2003 - if one exists.
>
> any help would be appreciated.
In addition to what neo said, click Tools>Options>Mail Setup and uncheck "Send
immediately when connected". That and neos suggestion will then require you
to click Send/Receive.
Brian Tillman [MVP-Outlook]