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Occasionally, you may encounter a scenario where two similar mailboxes coexist within the same Exchange Database. Typically, one mailbox is actively used while the other lies dormant, and you have the option to eliminate the redundant mailbox using the “remove-mailbox” cmdlet. It’s vital to note that when you delete a mailbox from the Exchange database, the associated user information is also removed from the Active Directory. Therefore, if your intention is solely to deactivate the user’s mailbox, you should opt to disable it instead.
Here is the brief procedure of disabling the user mailbox from the Exchange database:
You can disable a mailbox using Exchange PowerShell command:
When you run the command, it will ask you confirm your action. After confirmation, it will delete the mailbox.
Within the Exchange environment, the accidental deletion of valuable mailboxes is a potential concern. Fortunately, Exchange Server offers built-in methods for recovering deleted data. Alternatively, you can enlist the help of a specialized professional tool capable of managing both healthy and corrupted Exchange data, securely storing it in an alternate location or another platform. This tool also proves invaluable for safeguarding mailboxes by creating backups before removal from the Exchange database.
Exchange Recovery is a powerful utility designed to eliminate any form of corruption within the Exchange database, seamlessly restoring every mailbox and its complete contents. Below, you’ll find a straightforward guide on utilizing the Kernel for Exchange Server for this purpose:
Managing undesired mailboxes in the database can present a significant challenge for an Exchange Administrator. Fortunately, these mailboxes can be removed without affecting the associated user accounts. Prior to deletion, you have the option to safeguard their data by effortlessly creating a PST file using the Exchange mailbox recovery tool. This user-friendly tool simplifies the entire recovery process, making it accessible even to individuals without technical expertise. Exporting EDB to PST files can be completed within a matter of minutes, streamlining the entire procedure.