How to Use Jabber on Apple Messages

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Messages app.

   This will appear in the upper left corner of the screen when Messages is open. ,,,,,,, You may need this information to access private servers.
   
   The server address will vary, but Jabber typically uses port
   5222.You should generally leave the SSL checkbox checked for Jabber, but if you are having trouble connecting you may want to try unchecking the box for troubleshooting purposes. , You can now message your Jabber contacts normally using the Apple Messages interface.
   
   When chatting with a Jabber contact, the message composition field will display a "Jabber" watermark, instead of "Messages".
   
   Change your Jabber status using the button in the lower left corner of the left sidebar.
   
   All buttons to send new messages, browse conversations, or add contacts are all the same regardless which chat service is currently being used.
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   Step 2: Click the Message menu.

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   Step 3: Click Add Account.

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   Step 4: Click Other Messages Account.

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   Step 5: Click Continue.

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   Step 6: Click the Account Type dropdown menu.

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   Step 7: Select Jabber.

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   Step 8: Enter your Jabber username and password into the text fields.

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   Step 9: Enter server and port information into the text fields (if necessary).

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    Step 10: Click Sign in.

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