Solved: lost email

Hi jondavis

Do a Search for the file extension .dbx search hidden files and folders and subfolders.


You may need to enable Hidden files and folders.

Windows XP:

• Open My Computer,
  Tools > Folder Options > View tab,
  under Hidden Files and Folders, verify Show Hidden Files and Folders is selected.
  Remove the check mark for Hide Extensions for known file types.
  Apply, OK to save and close.

Search:

• Start > Search > For Files or Folders > All files and folders,
  In the field for: all or part of the file name
  Key in:
  .dbx
  Below that, click on More advanced options
  in the field: Type of File, select (All Files and Folders)
  place a checkmark in:
• Search system folders
• Search hidden files and folders
• Search subfolders
  click Search

Let us know what you find.

 

Did you receive a warning that the new location would delete the contents of the directory?
Paraphrasing a bit.

 

It sounds like your .dbx files are gone.

I don't know if using a System Restore point would help. But, if you have a recent System Restore point, you might try it.
If it does not work, you can always undo the System Restore.

 

Sounds like an idea.

Copy the contents of the directory containing all the .dbx files to a flash drive or DVD/CD.
Then undo the System Restore point.

Start Outlook Express, set your new directory location, then Import the messages back into Outlook Express.

 

Glad to hear it!

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