Outlook Express Backup

[carla 10]

I want to reinstall Windows Xp soon, as I got a virus and after cleaning the computer doesn't work as smooth as before. I gives some strange erros and sometimes it justs hangs up... I want to backup Outlook Express emails and settings before reinstall, and restore afterwards. Any help?

[mcdaniels 33]

Hi Carla!

 

The easiest way is to search for files with the ending *.dbx. (you have to active the search for hidden folders and files). DBX-files are the Outlook Express database files.

 

These files are normally found in multiple subfolders of your userprofile. Sorry, but i don't know the exact english names.

 

For every Outlook Express folder there is a file with the same name. For example if you have got a folder named Outgoing there also shlould be a file named outgoing.dbx for a folder named incoming there should be a folder named incoming.dbx

 

I use to save these files to DVD or CD. When i reinstall my system i just import the files from DVD or CD.

 

If you want to save your Adressbook to you can export it directly from outlook express or search for a files with the ending *.wab. You have to activate the search for hidden folders and files)

 

Just copy the file to a Backup media (CD DVD...)

 

You can import the Adress book after reinstalling your system.

 

greetings

[carla 10]

Thank you for your suggestions. I will try it out. I found Outlook Express Backup Genie which does the job right and fast.Thanks again!