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Not able to open different user OST file in my system

andrewroger113
Member

on ‎23-08-2022 11:50 AM

Hi, my name is Andrew and I'm facing an issue regarding Outlook. I have copied another user's OST file through the hard drive and trying to open it in my system but I'm facing issues while opening it. Please help me to fix this issue if you have any solution. 

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kelper
Guru

‎23-08-2022 01:06 PM - edited ‎23-08-2022 01:11 PM

Go to File Explorer and right-click on the OST and select properties.  Then tick the box 'unlock'.  Now you should be able to open it.

 

Try this https://www.techbout.com/unlock-locked-files-windows-61980/

 

If that doesn't work please post the exact error message(s) you get.

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petergroft
Power User

on ‎03-09-2022 09:14 AM

ost file cannot be opened, follow some of the solutions mentioned below.
Close Outlook and Kill all the Outlook-related Processes.
Turn off Cached Exchange Mode.
Export OST data to PST and then import it into a new OST file.
Repair Outlook and install the latest version.
Disable Outlook Add-ins that may cause conflicts.

 

Greetings,

Peter

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kotosu
Member

on ‎03-11-2022 11:48 AM

Download Converter Utility OST to PST, a more reliable and appropriate explanation for migrating exchange OST files to PST Outlook 2019. This program answers all of the questions and difficulties that arise during the migration procedure. It is simple to use for any user. Softaken OST to PST Converter Software consents you to export one or more OST files into an Outlook PST file. It has certain features that make it simple to transfer OST files to PST files. It is a secure and popular procedure for users to export OST files and archive them in PST.

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