NSF Converter - Migrate Lotus Notes Database to Outlook PST, PDF, Office 365, Gmail, etc.

This blog will explain the entire solution about how to migrate Lotus Notes database to Outlook PST files including all emails attachments and other details. If you are the user who needs the direct solution to convert multiple NSF to PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, Office 365, Gmail, G Suite, Exchange Server, Hosted Exchange, etc. can go through this complete article. It comes for user help to solve all kinds of NSF to desktop/cloud apps conversion problems without a single bit of data loss.

What is NSF File?

The extension of the NSF file is Notes Storage Facility. It is used to save data in document format units. NSF file works under offline mode with a fully functional database. It is used for the data replication process. This file format is supported by IBM Lotus Notes.

What is PST File?

It is a Personal Storage Table (PST). It is a type of file format used by Microsoft Outlook. It has the ability to save data up to 2 GB. PST file is located on the client hard disk. It is even used by IMAP and HTTP.

Possible Reasons to Convert NSF to PST

There are several reasons behind the conversion of NSF files to PST. Some of them are mentioned below:

  • IBM Lotus Notes have a complex user interface.

  • In Lotus Notes users cannot log in through different accounts at the same time.

  • Lotus Notes doesn’t provide much security to data.

  • Working with IBM Notes are much costlier than Outlook PST.

  • If, in case user switches his/her organization.

Methods to Migrate Lotus Notes Database to Outlook PST Format

There are different types of manual methods and automated methods available to convert Lotus Notes emails to Outlook PST file format.

Method 1. Manual Method

There are two phase to export NSF file to PST manually.


Steps to Migrate NSF to CSV File

  1. Firstly, open IBM Lotus Notes Application.

  2. Choose the file option, tick on open. After that click on Lotus Notes.

  3. Select the file you want to convert and press the “Open” option.

  4. Now, got to File Menu, tap to Export button.

  5. Provide the essential details in the displayed export screen.

  6. Choose comma separated file value.

  7. Press the Ok button. Exported NSF file will be saved in CSV file format.


Steps to Convert CSV to Outlook

  1. Run MS Outlook Email Program

  2. Go to File menu bar, press the Open & Export wizard and then click on Import/Export option.

  3. Choose “Import from another program” and then tick on Next.

  4. Hit the comma separated file menu and then move to Next.

  5. Browse the location where your exported CSV file from NSF is saved.

  6. Now, select the destination path to save the PST file and hit on Next.

  7. Finally, click on Finish button.


Limitation of Using Manual Solution to Migrate Lotus Notes Database to Outlook

  • Exporting NSF files to PST format by using the manual approach is a quite tedious and time-consuming process.

  • Individuals from technical backgrounds can still perform the manual method; however, if you are from a non-technical background, then it will be difficult.

  • A wrong step or skipping any step can erase the entire file.

  • The manual method can export small size files.

Use Third-Party CubexSoft NSF Converter Software

All-in-one NSF Converter is one of the best tools to export Lotus Notes data file to Outlook PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, Office 365, Gmail, Exchange Server, Hosted Exchange Server, and many more. It can easily export email messages, contacts, calendars, tasks, and etc. items along with attachments.


Migrate IBM Notes emails to local devices and cloud apps using NSF Export as it ensures a successful migration of data and the user can easily export any file size without any restriction. It is a better option to go for an automated tool instead of using the manual way to convert NSF files to PST format. The tool provides plenty of advanced features that make it possible for the user to start the conversion process and finish it in just a few minutes without losing even a single file.


Working of NSF Converter Software –

  1. Download and Open NSF Export on Windows machine.

  2. Go to Select File(s) and load NSF file by clicking on Select File or Select Folder button.

  3. The Software starts scanning of NSF file and lists all the associated items on the left pane.

  4. Click on the required item to view the associated data in the Preview window.

  5. Now, click on Export and select Export to PST, PDF, MBOX, Office 365, etc.

  6. Hit the Browse button and choose the destination path where you want to import the NSF file.

  7. Apply sub-options to save resultant PST files as per need i.e. Split PST, Email Address Translation, Filters, and more.

  8. Click on Export to start the process.

  9. After the process is completed, a message will appear on the screen “Process Completed Successfully”. Click OK and exit.


DOWNLOAD FREE DEMO VERSION

The CubexSoft NSF Converter demo version is also available to help users in analyzing software performance and working structure. And all users can also try the free demo opportunity to transfer Lotus Notes NSF data in desired file formats with the first 20 emails without any cost. Then decide to get access to the license key.