Steps to set up Folder Sync

Last published : Apr 17, 2026
Table: Principal steps to set up Folder Sync lists the steps that are required to set up Folder Sync.
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Table: Principal steps to set up Folder Sync

Step Action Reference
Step 1 Set up the Folder Sync service account, and set the required permissions for the account on the Exchange servers. See Preparing the Folder Sync service account .
Step 2 Configure sufficient MAPI settings on the Exchange servers. See Configuring sufficient concurrent MAPI sessions for Folder Sync .
Step 3 Install or upgrade the Folder Sync application. See About installing or upgrading the Folder Sync application .
Step 4 Configure the Folder Sync application for its first use. See Configuring the Folder Sync application .
Note: This step is not required if you upgraded the application.
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