backup doesn't restore contacts

[Mike]

Hello, a few days ago my hard drive took a dive and had to be replaced. I
had Outlook 2003 on the system and had backups. After reinstalling I opened
the backup and everything was there except my contacts (several hundred) and
my calender. I have tried several times but can't get them back. Can anyone
help?

Thanks, Mike

 

[Jocelyn Fiorello [MVP - Outlook]]

What method did you use to open the .PST file? It will only open properly
though Outlook itself, using the File | Open | Outlook Data File command.

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[Guest]

No help here, but sympathy! Geeeeez.. Scary problem. My
business depends on an extensive list of contacts, too. I
use Outlook 2003 also, so I'll be watching for your
solution! Thanks for posting your experience.