Outlook Express Backup

Finishrich

I'm trying to find the files to backup my emails in outlook express. The help option has the following message:

To back up the folder, find the folder file, and then copy it to a backup folder, floppy disk, or network drive. Outlook Express e-mail folders have a .dbx extension (for example, "Sent Items.dbx").

I've tried to do a search for *.dbx but nothing is found.

Can anyone suggest where I should be looking.

bbb_uk

Are you searching for hidden files as well? Click on 'More Advanced Options' and tick 'Search System Folders', 'Search hidden Files and Folders' and 'Search Subfolders'

I found my .dbx files in the following location:-

C:\Documents and Settings\Kev\Local Settings\Application Data\Identities\{E48C81A6-B4DC-461D-BD14-A87D0D1CAE4E}\Microsoft\Outlook Express

Do you have folders with similiar names (remember to replace 'Kev' with your username)?

Tharweb

From OE, go Tools>Options>Maintenance click Store Folder and this should give you the location.

I follow this when backing up

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;270670

Finishrich

Like everything else with the PC it's easy when you know how.
Thanks

scheming_gypsy

don't forget to backup your .wab file as well or you'll lose your contacts.
wab = windows address book