"edgers" wrote in message
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Yes, in safe mode the exact same problem exists. I am using a created
account
the synchronizes with my Hotmail account, (same userid and password). I have
never used the default userid "Personal Folders". "Personal Folders" still
exists but has no downloaded email files. All files from my Hotmail account
are downloaded ino this created account name. All else works perfectly
except
the Rules and Alerts.

Is the Hotmail folder set the default delivery location? Click ToolsE-mail
AccountsChange. Examine the "Deliver new e-mail to the following location"
drop-down.
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Brian Tillman [MVP-Outlook]