Not everything is stored in the .PSTs

If you want to restore your Outlook profile completely be sure to close OL and copy the following paths from the backup to the new installation:

  • %appdata%\Microsoft\Outlook
  • C:\Documents and Settings\USERNAME\Application Data\Microsoft\Signatures
  • C:\Documents and Settings\USERNAME\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\Outlook

This should restore your Outlook profile including autocomplete and settings.


These two guides can help you out: Backup your Outlook Inbox

How to migrate to Outlook 2007 & Windows Vista