Why is the recovered PST file size smaller than the original PST file size in Outlook 2000/2002?
The PST file size in MS Outlook 2000 & 2002 is limited to a maximum of 1.8 to 1.9 GB. Since only Outlook 2003 supports PST file sizes greater than 2 GB, it is recommended that PST files of size greater than 1.7 GB be used only in Outlook 2003.
Why is the recovered PST file size smaller than the original PST file size in Outlook 2000/2002?
The PST file size in MS Outlook 2000 & 2002 is limited to a maximum of 1.8 to 1.9 GB. Since only Outlook 2003 supports PST file sizes greater than 2 GB, it is recommended that PST files of size greater than 1.7 GB be used only in Outlook 2003.
How to Import your PST file?
The complete procedure is provided in a document for importing your PST file.The document can be downloaded from 'Documents' section
If you are facing slow recovery of a large PST file in Outlook 2007
You may experience a slow recovery in Outlook 2007 PST file if the file size is large , the cause and the resolution is provided below,
Microsoft Office Outlook 2007 momentarily stops responding during typical operations. This includes when you read e-mail messages, move e-mail messages, or delete e-mail messages.
You can notice these symptoms during mail delivery or during synchronization. These symptoms become more pronounced as store size increases. They are more likely to occur when the size of the .pst file or the size of the .ost file approaches 2 gigabytes (GB). Additionally, they are more pronounced in a very large .pst file or in a very large .ost file that is 4 GB or larger.
CAUSE
To accommodate new features, Outlook 2007 introduced a new data structure for .pst files and for .ost files. In this new data structure, the frequency of writing data to the hard disk increases as the number of items in the .pst files or in the .ost files increases.
Note You cannot create a .pst file or an .ost file without this new data structure.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this problem, install the update that is described in the following article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
933493 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/933493/) Description of the update for Outlook 2007: April 13, 2007
Update 933493 is available to improve the general responsiveness of Outlook 2007 during common operations. These operations include reading, moving, deleting, and downloading e-mail messages for users who have large mailbox files (.pst files and .ost files) that are stored on their computers. From a technical perspective, this update optimizes the pattern in which Outlook 2007 writes to a large .pst file or to a large .ost file. This results in a reduction of disk access.
This update for Outlook 2007 is part of our continued commitment to improving our customers' product experiences. We are aware that some customers have encountered performance issues when they run Outlook 2007. This update incorporates several performance improvements. This update is designed to do the following:
Reduce the time that is required to copy or to move messages from one folder to another folder.
Increase the download speed when you download messages.
Reduce the time that is required to delete messages.
Reference : http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=932086#appliesto
Why does MS Outlook open during installation of Stellar Phoenix?
Most of the time, the installation of MS Outlook occurs in IMO mode, and not in C/W mode. However, certain components of Outlook are not installed in IMO mode. These components are required by our application and are installed by inserting the MS Office disc during installation of Stellar Phoenix. Since MS Outlook is altered and the registry settings are updated, the application opens up automatically after all changes have been made.
Why does the Windows Installer prompt come up during the installation of Stellar Phoenix? OR Why am I asked to insert the Office 2000 CD during the installation of Stellar Phoenix?
Installation of MS Outlook 2000 can happen in one of 3 modes:
Internet Mail Only (IMO mode)
Standalone Personal Information Manager (no E-mail mode)
Corporate/Workgroup (C/W mode)
During installation, Setup determines which mode is best for you and installs Outlook accordingly (the installation happens in IMO mode most of the time). However, certain components of Outlook are not installed in IMO or no E-mail mode. These components are mandatory for the proper functioning of Stellar Phoenix Mailbox Professional, and are present in the Office 2000 CD. |
