Stellar Converter for GroupWise: Novell GroupWise, now known as the Micro Focus GroupWise, is one of the most famous messaging and calendaring platforms for home users and professionals. However, there are certain underwhelming aspects of GroupWise which are somewhat hard to handle. These include debugging and data loss (due to an incorrect action by the user). Moreover, the frequent crashes and primary user interface are some factors that make the users shift from the platform. To overcome these issues, migrating to Office 365 or MS Outlook seems a viable option.
However, migrating from GroupWise to MS Outlook is not that easy. You need to convert the emails and other mailbox content from GroupWise into Outlook supportable PST format. The easiest and most efficient way to perform this is by using Stellar Converter for GroupWise.
We used Stellar Converter for GroupWise and found that it is one of the best tools to convert GroupWise files into PST format. The tool is brimming with all the features and functions you need to perform the conversion. We have reviewed the software in detail. Read below to know more.
System Requirements to Use Stellar Converter for GroupWise
For using the tool, your system needs to meet some essential software and hardware requirements, which are:
- Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 (beta version), Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 2003
- Processor: Pentium Class
- RAM: 4 GB is sufficient, but we recommend 8 GB for better performance
- Storage: 250 MB of free space is enough for installation files
When do you Need Stellar Converter for GroupWise?
- Migration of Data from GroupWise to Outlook: Stellar Converter for GroupWise assists you in migrating from GroupWise to Outlook. It helps convert emails and other items from GroupWise into Outlook importable PST format. You can then easily import the PST file into Outlook and access the emails.
- Email Sharing: There are times when mail sharing to alternate platforms is not possible unless you convert them to a readable and compatible format. This software exports the emails from GroupWise to different formats, like PDF, HTML, MSG, RTF, and EML.
- Migration from GroupWise to Office 365: By using this software, migration of data from GroupWise to Office 365 is possible directly. You can import the data from GroupWise into Office 365 account by entering necessary valid credentials.
- Bulk Conversion: Bulk data conversion is possible by selecting many files in a single batch.
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Software Editions of Stellar Converter for GroupWise
Stellar Converter for GroupWise has two editions:
- Corporate: The Corporate edition helps convert the GroupWise mailbox into HTML, MSG, RTF, EML, and PST formats. It can help export GroupWise contacts to CSV format in a few clicks.
- Technician: The Technician edition offers some more features, in addition to the features of the Corporate edition. In this edition, you get the option to export GroupWise data directly to Office 365. You can also save the converted mailbox data in an existing PST file. This edition also provides the opportunity to convert multiple files using Batch Conversion.
Installing the Software
We downloaded the free version of the software from the official website and the file was just 12.9 MB in size. The installation process was relatively smooth and took only a few minutes.
The User Interface
The user interface of Stellar Converter for GroupWise is clean and user-friendly. The options are easily reachable and simple to operate.
Upon startup, the software directly gets down to the business and asks for GroupWise server information.
Some Key Features
There are tons of features we found out while using the tool. Some of them are:
- Multiple Saving Modes: There are numerous saving modes for the converted files. You can save the files in PST, MSG, PDF, RTF, EML, HTML, etc.
- Preview Converted Data: You can preview the converted files before saving them. The preview window allows you to edit or correct before exporting the data.
- Option to Switch the Reading Pane: You can switch between the reading panes, allowing you to access everything easily.
- Maintain Original Hierarchy: Even after the conversion, the Stellar Converter for GroupWise supports the scale and structure of the original folder. Everything the user had in the original folder will be in the same order in the converted file.
- Filter Options: The filter options available in the software help convert and save specific emails and mailbox items. These filters help to remove the clutter while performing the conversion.
- Direct Export of GroupWise Data to Office 365 [Technician Version]: You can directly export all the data from GroupWise to Office 365 without performing some complicated procedure.
- Multiple Files Conversion [Technician Version]: You can use Stellar Converter for GroupWise to convert multiple files in a single process. This feature allows you to save a lot of time.
- Log Report: The Log Report feature provides you with all the information related to the conversion such as time taken for conversion, when it started, etc.
Our Verdict
Stellar Converter for GroupWise is an efficient tool for converting GroupWise files into PST format. It keeps all your data intact while converting the file. The tool is reliable and safe. It allows you to quickly migrate your mailbox from GroupWise to Office 365 or MS Outlook. With the user-friendly and intuitive interface, any user even without thorough technical knowledge can easily perform the conversion process.
