Configuring Botdoc SMTP on Kyocera MFP (TASKalfa Series)

This guide explains how to configure your Kyocera MFP (TASKalfa series) to securely send emails using Botdoc SMTP. The setup includes installing the Root Certificate and configuring SMTP with TLS authentication.

🔑 Prerequisites

• Access to the Kyocera Command Center RX (web interface)

• Administrator login credentials

• Botdoc SMTP username and password (provided by Botdoc support)

Install the Root Certificate

Before configuring SMTP, the Kyocera must trust the GoDaddy Root Certificate.

• Go to the MFP’s IP address in your browser (e.g., http://192.168.x.x).

• Log in as Admin.

• On the left menu, navigate to:

  Security Settings → Certificates

 

• Scroll down to the Root Certificate section and click Settings under Root Certificate 1. 

1. Upload the GoDaddy Class 2 Certification Authority certificate file.

   • Download it from GoDaddy Root Certificates

   • Choose the DER format file.

2. After uploading, you will see the certificate listed as Active. 

Configure SMTP Settings

1. On the left menu, go to:

   Function Settings → E-mail → Common/Job Defaults

2. Fill out the SMTP configuration as follows:

   • SMTP Protocol: On

   • SMTP Server Name: apismtp.botdoc.io

   • SMTP Port Number: 587

   • SMTP Server Timeout: 10 seconds

   • Authentication Protocol: On

   • Authentication as: Other

   • Login User Name: Your Botdoc Username

   • Login Password: Your Botdoc Password

   • SMTP Security: STARTTLS

3. Scroll down and click Submit to save your settings.

4. After saving, use the Test button to verify the SMTP connection.

 

 

Verify the Connection

If configured correctly, the Test function will confirm successful communication with the Botdoc SMTP server.

Once verified, your Kyocera MFP can securely send scanned documents via Botdoc SMTP.

🎉 Done!

Your Kyocera MFP is now set up to send emails through Botdoc SMTP, using secure TLS authentication and a trusted GoDaddy certificate.