Connect Outlook to AOL account – not working. I’m getting continuous error messages about cannot locate the server. Any suggestions?

Just downloaded Office for Mac 2011. Goal is to create mail merge emails with Word. Need to connect my AOL account with Outlook and it's not working. Getting error message as follows: Outlook cannot find the server. Verify the server information is entered correctly in the Account Settings, and that your DNS settings in the Network pane of System Preferences are correct.

I've looked for info on what changes are needed, but can't find relevant information. Appreciate any help. Thanks. Wendy