Find the Location of ScanPST.exe in Outlook 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010 & 2007

Summary: Outlook PST files are crucial for storing important data, but they can become damaged or corrupted. When this happens, you need to repair them using either ScanPST.exe or a professional tool like Aryson Outlook PST Repair Software. This guide will show you how to locate ScanPST.exe on your Windows system. Download Now   Purchase Now

What is ScanPST.exe?

ScanPST.exe, also known as the Inbox Repair Tool, is a built-in Microsoft Outlook utility for repairing PST files. It’s usually located in the Outlook installation directory, but the exact location depends on your version of Outlook and Windows.

Locate ScanPST.exe Location

To use the Inbox Repair Tool, you need to locate it first. Here’s how you can find ScanPST.exe for different Outlook versions:

• Outlook 97/98: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Windows Messaging\scanpst.exe
• Outlook 2000: C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\MAPI\<locale ID>\NT\scanpst.exe
• Outlook 2002/XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\MAPI\<locale ID>\scanpst.exe
• Outlook 2003 (32-bit): C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\MSMAPI\<locale ID>
• Outlook 2003 (64-bit): C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\System\MSMAPI\<locale ID>
• Outlook 2007 (32-bit): C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12
• Outlook 2007 (64-bit): C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12
• Outlook 2013 (32-bit): C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15
• Outlook 2013 (64-bit): C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office15
• Outlook 2016 (Click-to-Run): C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\root\Office16
• Outlook 2019/Office 365: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\root\office16\

How to Repair PST Files with ScanPST.exe

Once you’ve located ScanPST, follow these steps to repair your PST file:

1. Ensure Outlook and other applications are closed.
2. Double-click SCANPST.exe.
3. In the Inbox Repair Tool window, click “Browse” to select the PST file you want to scan.
4. Click “Start” to begin the scan.
5. If errors are found, click “Repair” to fix them.

What if ScanPST.exe Isn’t Working?

If you can’t find ScanPST.exe or it doesn’t work properly, consider using the Aryson Outlook PST Repair Tool. This user-friendly tool efficiently restores corrupted PST files and offers additional features like backing up to various formats and migrating PST files to other email clients like Gmail and Office 365.

Conclusion

This article has explained how to locate ScanPST.exe in various Outlook versions and how to use it to repair PST files. If ScanPST.exe isn’t available or effective, the Outlook PST Recovery Tool is a reliable alternative.

About The Author:

Rohan Wiese

Rohan Wiese is a Technical Writer at Aryson Technologies. He is an expert Email Forensic, Cloud Computing, and a passionate nerd with over 10 years of experience in technical content writing. He writes about Cloud Migration, Database Recovery, Email Backup, Windows, Mac, and Tech.

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