Users convert EDB files to PST files for several key reasons:

1. Data Recovery: If the Exchange server becomes corrupted or inaccessible, converting EDB files to PST allows users to recover mailbox data like emails, contacts, and calendars.

2. Migration: Many users migrate from Exchange to Outlook, where PST files are easier to manage, backup, and store.

3. Backup: PST files are portable, making them simpler to backup and restore than large EDB files.

Manual Method to Convert EDB to PST

To convert EDB to PST manually, you can use PowerShell with the New-MailboxExportRequest cmdlet, provided Exchange Server is running.

Steps:

1. Open PowerShell as an administrator.

2. Use the following command:
```
New-MailboxExportRequest -Mailbox "UserMailbox" -FilePath "\\server\exported\Mailbox.pst"
```
3. Track the export progress with `Get-MailboxExportRequest`.

4. Once the process completes, the PST file is saved.

Limitations:

- Requires a working Exchange Server.

- Doesn't work for corrupted EDB files.

Professional Method: Shoviv EDB to PST Converter Tool

The Shoviv EDB to PST Converter Tool is a reliable, user-friendly solution for converting EDB files, even if they are corrupted.

Features:

- Repairs Corrupted EDB Files: Recovers data from damaged files.

- Batch Conversion: Converts multiple EDB files simultaneously.

- Multiple Formats: Converts to PST, EML, MSG, and MBOX.

- Preview Option: Allows previewing before conversion.

Steps:

1. Install and launch the tool.

2. Add the EDB file.

3. Scan and preview the data.

4. Select PST as the output format and click Convert.

Read more: https://www.shoviv.com/convert-edb-to-pst.html

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