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    Where are my e-mails stored on my Windows Vista computer using Windows Mail?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Schubatis1, Jul 26, 2008.

  1. Schubatis1

    Schubatis1 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I can't get my computer to work so before I try reformatting the hard drive to fix it I want to back up my e-mails onto my flash drive. What directories/files should I copy from my computer to back up my e-mails?
     
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    dlcartin Notebook Guru

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    If possible open up Windows Mail:
    Click on Tools > Options > Advanced (Tab) > Maintenance (Button) > Store Folder (Button)

    Or if you are unable to open Windows Mail try browsing to:
    C:\Users\(User's Name)\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows Mail
     
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    Thanks, I guess it's worth mentioning that I cannot start up Windows right now so I cannot start Windows mail. Is there a way to copy my contacts and my settings too?
     
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