Exchange Migration : Initial Setup

New to EdbMails Exchange Migration? This page guides you through the initial setup and migration process, helping you prepare, configure, and execute your migration. It includes details on system requirements, installation, licensing, and updates, along with step-by-step migration walkthroughs for different Exchange versions and Office 365.

Whether you are upgrading between on-premises Exchange servers, moving to Office 365, exporting mailboxes to PST, or restoring bulk PST files, this guide links to all the key setup topics. You will also find instructions for configuring source and target server connections, understanding the main components of the software, managing incremental migrations, and troubleshooting common issues.

Use the links below to navigate directly to the sections relevant to your migration needs and ensure a smooth and secure Exchange migration process.

System Requirements and Licensing Information

Supported Platforms and Requirements – See the detailed technical specifications needed to install and run the software efficiently.

Licensing – Understand the migration licensing details for Exchange Migration.

Installation & Update Procedures

• Installation Process – Follow the steps to set up the EdbMails Exchange Migration Tool smoothly.
• Update or Upgrade – Explore how to enhance your program with the latest updates and versions.

Here’s how to uninstall EdbMails Exchange Migration step-by-step.

How It Works

Exchange to Exchange Migration – Migrate mailboxes, Public Folders, and Archive Mailboxes between Exchange servers while users continue their daily email activities without disruption.

Exchange to Office 365 Migration – Transfer mailboxes and Public Folders from Exchange servers to Office 365 in the background, keeping all email operations running smoothly.

Export Exchange Mailboxes to PST – Save mailboxes from Exchange servers into PST files for backup, archiving, or migration, preserving all emails, attachments, and folder structures.

Exchange to IMAP Server Migration – Migrate mailboxes from Exchange to any IMAP-compatible server while maintaining the original folder hierarchy and email content.

Import Bulk PST files into Exchange Server – Migrate multiple PST files directly into Exchange mailboxes, allowing fast restoration or migration of large mailbox volumes without affecting user access.

Migration walkthroughs

Navigate the links below to access step-by-step migration guides for your specific Exchange version. Each walkthrough provides detailed instructions for migrating mailboxes and Public Folders between Exchange servers, moving to Office 365, exporting mailboxes to PST, or restoring bulk PST files to Exchange servers. Choose the guide that matches your source and target environment.

Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2010/2013/2016/2019 Migration – Effortlessly upgrade your email system from Exchange 2003 to a more modern, efficient version with seamless migration tools.

Exchange 2007 to Exchange 2016, 2019 migration – Effortlessly upgrade your email system from Exchange 2007 to a more modern, efficient version with seamless migration tools.

Exchange 2010 to 2019 Migration – Get detailed instructions for every stage of the migration process.

Migrate Exchange 2010 to 2016 – Transition your data from Exchange 2010 to Exchange 2016 smoothly with a clear, step-by-step migration process.

Exchange 2010 to Office 365 Migration – Migrate your Exchange 2010 data to Office 365 effortlessly, with detailed instructions for a smooth and efficient transition to the cloud.

Exchange 2013 to 2019 Migration - Migrating from Exchange 2013 to 2019 enhances performance, security, and functionality while ensuring a seamless transfer of mailboxes and data with minimal disruption.

Migrate Exchange 2013 to 2016 – If your organization is still running on Exchange 2013, it’s highly recommended to upgrade to a newer version such as Exchange Server 2016 or 2019 to ensure security, reliability, and continued Microsoft support.

Migrate Exchange 2013 to Office 365 - Migrate Exchange 2013 mailboxes to Office 365 securely and efficiently with EdbMails, preserving all emails and attachments.

Migrate Exchange 2016 to 2019 – EdbMails enables smooth mailbox, Public Folder, and Archive migration with minimal manual effort.

Exchange 2016 to Office 365 migration - EdbMails provides a hassle-free solution to migrate from Exchange 2016 to Office 365, ensuring secure and efficient mailbox transfer.

Exchange 2019 to Office 365 migration - Seamlessly move your Exchange 2019 mailboxes to Office 365 using EdbMails, ensuring safe and efficient migration of all emails and attachments.

Office 365 to Exchange 2019 Migration - Migrating to Exchange 2019 gives organizations control over their email infrastructure, offering improved security and on-premises management with the latest features.

Export Exchange 2013 Mailbox to PST - Exporting Exchange 2013 mailboxes to PST allows you to back up, archive, or transfer mailbox data in a portable format for easy access and management.

Export Exchange 2016 Mailbox to PST - Exporting mailboxes from Exchange 2016 to PST helps with backup, archiving, and data migration, ensuring easy access and portability.

Export Exchange 2019 Mailbox to PST - Exporting mailboxes from Exchange 2019 to PST allows for efficient backup, archiving, and easy migration of mailbox data.

Export Exchange 2010 Mailbox to PST - Exporting mailboxes from Exchange 2010 to PST enables secure backup, archiving, and smooth migration of email data in a portable format.

Cross-Forest Migration (Exchange 2013 to 2019/2016) - Mailboxes and Public Folders can be migrated between separate Exchange forests, such as from Exchange 2013 to 2016 or 2019. This allows organizations to move data across environments while maintaining mailbox integrity.

Configuring source and target connections

Connection to source Exchange Server - Establish a connection to the Exchange server to access and migrate your data.

You can connect using a Global Admin, a user account with full access permissions, or an individual user account to establish a secure connection for migration.

Connect to Office 365 server

• Office 365 source server connection
• Connect to target Office 365 server

Connect to IMAP Server

• Connect to IMAP Single User
• Connect to Multiple IMAP Users

Application Overview

Exchange Migration Components - Understand the main components of EdbMails that enable efficient and secure Exchange mailbox migration.

Incremental Migration - Migrates only new or updated items after the initial migration is complete.

Exchange throttling policy - Manage and understand Exchange server limits that control the rate of mailbox operations during migration to ensure smooth performance.

Troubleshooting – Learn how to resolve common issues based on the type of connection used with the source or target server.

See also

Multifactor Authentication - Enable an additional layer of security during migration by requiring multiple verification methods for user authentication.