MS Outlook - How do I make sure I don't lose my emails when I install a new version?

Question

Outlook says my .pst file is damaged. Its probably time to upgrade anyway. How do I backup/ make sure I dont delete all my old data, and will the new version of Outlook automatically recognize the archived emails?

Answer 1

First scan the PST to try and repair it. Run the Scan PST from C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\MSMAPI\1033

I heard you can use the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard in Accessories > System Tools (I have never tried this).

Worst case senario.... you install Outlook, reconfigure your email settings. Then open your pst file via File > Open > Outlook Data file.