Create a custom MX (for Synology NAS e.g.)

This guide explains how to create a custom MX record (in our example: mx.your-domain.here) to then use in your NAS MX configuration. An MX record cannot be declared directly in the form of an IP address of the type 178.123.456.789 for example.

Custom MX record

1. open the Manager (manager.infomaniak.com)
2. go to Domain
3. click on the domain name concerned
4. click on DNS Managementthen on DNS Zone
5. click the Add Entry button
6. in the window that appears, choose MX as the type of record
7. fill in the desired MX record (such as "mx.your-domain.here")
8. point the record to the desired IP address (target)
9. click the Save button