To convert MBOX files to PST manually, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Install an Email Client
First, you need to install an email client that supports both MBOX and PST file formats. Mozilla Thunderbird is a popular choice, as it can handle MBOX files and has an add-on for exporting to PST.
Step 2: Set up Email Accounts
Set up the email accounts in Thunderbird that you want to migrate from MBOX to PST. Add the email accounts using the account settings provided by your email service provider.
Step 3: Import MBOX Files
To import MBOX files into Thunderbird, you can use the ImportExportTools NG add-on. Here's how to install and use the add-on:
Open Thunderbird and go to "Tools" > "Add-ons."
Search for "ImportExportTools NG" and install the add-on.
Once installed, go to "Tools" > "ImportExportTools NG" > "Import MBOX file."
Select the MBOX file you want to import and click "Open."
Repeat the above steps for each MBOX file you want to convert.
Step 4: Organize Emails in Thunderbird
After importing the MBOX files, Thunderbird will display the emails and folders. You can organize them into the desired folder structure within Thunderbird.
Step 5: Export to PST
To export the emails from Thunderbird to PST, you will need the "ImportExportTools NG" add-on as well. Follow these steps:
In Thunderbird, go to "Tools" > "ImportExportTools NG" > "Export folder."
Choose the desired export options and select the folders you want to export.
Select "EML format" as the export format.
Choose a location to save the exported EML files and click "Select Folder."
Thunderbird will export the selected folders as EML files.
Step 6: Convert EML to PST
To convert the exported EML files to PST format, you can use a third-party tool like the "SysTools EML to PST Converter" or "BitRecover EML to PST Wizard." These tools allow you to convert multiple EML files to single PST file.
Install the EML to PST conversion tool of your choice, and follow the instructions provided by the tool to convert the EML files to PST format.
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