I had a similar problem, Notification wasn't working either. Was all resolved when I re-installed Windows without apps. I had to re-install all my apps again but at least it is all working properly....

I had recurring problems trying to get Outlook 2010 working properly. All my settings were correct yet it still would not send a test message "Could Not Find The Server" etc. I tried all the...

I had exactly the same problem and solved it.

Close Excel. Click on the date (bottom right hand corner of the screen) Set default to UK. Resart Excell and all should be OK. Trust this helps.