Looking for utility for ost to pst conversion

[claud]

A client has a need to convert an OST to a PST. He wants to open .ost backup file. Is there a free utility for this?

 

[Joe C]

You can try a third party software, I have not used this but just an option to try...
OST2 - a free OST to PST converter

I do not think the "free" version can open a backup file so you may need to purchase a full version

 

[1etherer]

I use one, but dont have it to mind! when I get home I'll look for it, unless Joe's one works.

 

[pedersen]

For sake of clarity - there is no such thing as a backup ost file. These files can only be opened in Outlook by the profile/email account that created it. OST's represent the contents of the server the last time Outlook connected to the account. Exception to this are the folders designated as "This computer only" - those folders must be copied or exported to a separate PST file for future access.
Getting back to your original question - your only option is going to find a 3rd party tool that can convert a stand-alone OST file to a PST file. Do a google/boing search for available options. Or if you want you can use Outlook Recovery Toolbox-which I sometimes use. OstToPst convertor | Ost to pst convert tool | How to repair .ost file of Microsoft Exchange?

Here is an article on office.microsoft.com on recovering a corrupt PowerPoint file.
https://support.office.com/en-us/ar...lationId=648327e1-3e10-47ba-b371-8c264dd510fc
https://social.technet.microsoft.co...point-file-recovery?forum=officeitproprevious

 

[1etherer]

Hey sorry I took so long, forgot about this post..
Use this which works Convert OST to PST Tool to Migrate Orphan Exchange OST Files into Outlook PST Files

Unless the above post tool works..

I use stella but I have a key for it so wont work for you unless you pay for it...

 

[claud]

Thank you all guys for your advice! The issue has been resolved.

 

[carnageX]

Mind sharing how you resolved it in case somebody finds your thread from a search engine?