What is included in Stellar Converter for GroupWise?

GroupWise Conversion – Converts GroupWise mailboxes into Outlook PST files.
Multiple Formats – Also saves to MSG, EML, RTF, PDF, HTML.
Four Read Modes – Handles Online, Remote, Caching and Archive mailboxes.
Mailbox Preview – Shows converted items before any file saves.
Core Capacity – Supports GroupWise versions 2018 down to 6.0.
Important – Batch conversion and Microsoft 365 export need the Technician edition.

What are the main benefits of Stellar Converter for GroupWise?

Stellar Converter for GroupWise is a Windows utility that migrates Novell/Micro Focus GroupWise mailboxes into Outlook-ready PST files. It extracts emails, attachments, contacts, calendars, tasks and notes while keeping the original folder structure intact.

No Manual Rebuild – Avoids recreating mailbox content by hand.
Folder Hierarchy – Keeps the original GroupWise folder structure intact.
Selective Export – Filters by date, sender or folder type.
Server-Safe – Leaves the original server mailboxes completely unchanged.
Multi-Mode Access – Reads online, cached, remote and archived data.
Microsoft 365 Export – Available in the Technician edition only.

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What does Stellar Converter for GroupWise do?

It extracts mailbox data from Novell/Micro Focus GroupWise and saves it as an Outlook PST file. In a single pass it transfers emails, attachments, address-book contacts, documents, calendars, appointments, tasks, reminders and sticky notes. The same data can be written to MSG, EML, RTF, PDF or HTML, and contacts can be exported separately to CSV. Because Outlook cannot open native GroupWise stores, the PST output is what lets a migrated user open old mail directly in Outlook.

Which GroupWise versions and output formats does it support?

The tool supports GroupWise 2018, 2014, 2012, 8.0, 7.0, 6.5 and 6.0. Output can be saved to PST, MSG, EML, RTF, PDF and HTML, with contacts also exportable to CSV. The converted PST opens in desktop Outlook from 2003 through 2019, so plan around that ceiling if your target machines run a newer Outlook build. This version coverage matters when you are pulling data out of long-running or decommissioned GroupWise servers that newer migration tools no longer recognize.

What is the difference between the Corporate and Technician editions?

The Corporate edition converts mailboxes one at a time and saves them to file formats such as PST, MSG and EML. The Technician edition adds batch conversion of multiple mailboxes in a single run, plus direct export to Microsoft 365, an existing PST, or an existing Outlook profile. If you only need to move one or a few mailboxes to PST, Corporate is enough; for bulk GroupWise-to-Microsoft 365 projects, Technician removes the per-mailbox repetition. Both editions share the same preview, advanced filters and four conversion modes.

Does converting modify the original GroupWise mailboxes?

No. The software runs a read-only conversion and does not alter the source mailboxes on the GroupWise server. It builds the PST or other output from a copy of the data, so the original environment stays intact and the job can be re-run if something is missed. A built-in log report records every single and multiple-mailbox conversion, letting an administrator confirm exactly which mailboxes and items were processed. That makes it safe to run alongside a live production GroupWise system during a phased migration.

What technical limitations should users know before buying?

Two features buyers often assume are standard are edition-gated: batch conversion of multiple mailboxes and direct Microsoft 365 export exist only in the Technician edition, not in Corporate. The program runs on 64-bit Windows (11, 10, 8.1, 8) and ships with an English-only interface, with no native macOS build. The resulting PST also needs a desktop Outlook version (2003 through 2019) installed to open it. Checking these constraints first avoids buying Corporate for a bulk cloud-migration job it cannot complete in one pass.

Frequently asked questions about Stellar Converter for GroupWise

What does the free trial of Stellar Converter for GroupWise show?

The free download is a demo that scans the GroupWise mailbox and previews the full converted item tree before purchase. In demo mode saved output shows only the subject and mail body, while details of tasks, contacts, calendars and attachments stay hidden until the full version is activated. Running it first is the practical way to confirm a specific GroupWise store is readable before you buy.

Which conversion mode should I use for an offline GroupWise mailbox?

Use Remote or Caching mode for an offline mailbox, since both read a locally stored copy rather than a live server connection. Archive mode handles items that were archived out of the online mailbox, while Online mode needs a direct link to the GroupWise post office. Picking the right mode lets you convert old or disconnected mailboxes even when the original server is no longer reachable.