People who deal with the Outlook profile are probably aware that Outlook saves information from emails, contacts, and other categories to a PST file. When Exchange goes offline, Outlook provides an OST format to save information in addition to the PST file. When a user uses Outlook in offline mode or Outlook Cached Exchange Mode, an OST file recovery, also known as an Offline Storage Table recovery, is created. This ability to work offline allows users to make the most of their time even when they are not connected to Exchange. Once the connection is restored, the OST file can be synchronized with the Exchange server.
If any problems emerge during the OST to Exchange synchronization procedure, the OST file is likely corrupted. “Unable to extend the folder, the group of folders could not be opened,” for example, is one of the problem messages. There may have been errors in the file xxxx.ost. To resolve the corruption issues, close all mail-enabled applications and then utilize the Inbox Repair Tool” that appears. Following the instructions may or may not result in the recovery of an OST file; therefore, the best way to recover an OST file from corruption is to convert it to PST using the highly appreciated SysTools® OST Recovery program.
Because of the security issues that come in between Exchange mailbox, OST, and MAPI profile altogether, the software is highly appreciated. For example, users cannot convert OST files directly to PST files because of the security issues between the Exchange mailbox, OST, and MAPI profile. The user cannot rename an OST file to a PST file or open it with another MAPI profile (for that user has to be logged in to the original MAPI profile). The SysTools® OST Recovery program comes in handy for those who are having problems accessing their OST files since it can recover and convert OST files to PST files even if MS Exchange is not installed.
What is the Process of OST Recovery Software?
SysTools® OST Recovery application provides the best steps to follow to recover an OST file from any form of corruption or inaccessibility issue:
- Add OST File — Select an OST file from its current location and add it to the tool.
- Scan OST File — Choose a scanning mode to begin scanning an OST file for an error.
- After scanning, get a preview of the contents of the OST file for confirmation.
- Export OST File — Choose an OST file or folder to save as a PST, MSG, or EML file.
- Save Healthy Data -Save data to any system location in PST, MSG, or EML format.
- Split PST File -If the PST file is too huge, the user has the option to split it.
Special Features of SysTools® OST Recovery Tool
- Even if the Exchange server is offline, you can recover OST to PST.
- OST to PST, OST to EML, and OST to MSG are the three conversion options.
- There are two scanning modes: Quick and Advanced, which are used in OST file recovery that is corrupted.
- The OST content can be viewed as a regular email body or as an attachment.
- Horizontal and vertical View the OST file to see a glimpse of the material.
- To modify the OST file conversion procedure, use the mail filter option.
- With particular name options supplied, export OST to EML or MSG.
- OST file data retains email characteristics and other features.
- If your PST file is huge, split it and manually import it into your Outlook profile.
How Does SysTools® OST Recovery Software Work?
The problems associated with OST file corruption put us in a bind as to what to do next to access the data saved in the OST file. The SysTools® OST Recovery program proves to be the ideal solution for recovering OST files in Outlook PST format. Along with the ability to convert OST to PST, EML, or MSG, the software also can split PST, name extracted files appropriately while saving to a chosen location, and many other features to ensure that the OST file recovery procedure is a complete success.
The SysTools® OST Recovery software can be installed on any workstation that meets the system requirements, such as a Windows operating system with Outlook installed but no Exchange server connection. Take a look at the screenshots below to see how the software recovers and OST file recovery helps to convert into PST, EML, and MSG formats.
Conclusion
OST file recovery software allows you to recover OST emails and convert them to PST files with attachments. If you are unsure how to utilize this software, simply relax and download the freeware demo version from our website. It will assist you in repairing and converting OST files without the need for technical expertise or understanding.