How to Sync Microsoft Outlook 2011 for Mac

When it comes to the latest version of Microsoft Outlook 2011 every Mac owner wants to get on with it. There are various new improved features that lure the user into installing this latest version. Microsoft Outlook 2011 for Mac integrates overhauled interface and a number of improved features including syncing. But very often the user is perplexed as to how to get through with syncing MS Outlook with their Mac. For this purpose seeking the help of a computer support offering technical services is advisable.

In this article the user will be guided step by step towards performing the task of syncing Microsoft Outlook 2011 for Mac with Mac Address Book. It is to be kept in mind to carefully follow each step as then only the whole process will be successful. If you are in dilemma about performing the syncing process yourself then it is better to seek help of a technical expert offering computer support. This will essentially save time that would be consumed while looking for a solution elsewhere.

The below mentioned step by step procedure will help you carry out the syncing process on your own:

· First you need to backup your Mac address book. This is a precautionary measure so that you do not lose the data accidentally. For this purpose perform these steps:

1. Open the Mac address book

2. Click the File menu

3. Select Export

4. Now select Address Book Archive. This will help you delete the duplicates and bring in the clean backup contacts.

· Now to perform the syncing with Outlook 2011 you need to undertake the following steps:

5. Open Outlook 2011

6. Click Outlook and then select Preferences to open up Outlook Preferences.

7. Click the Sync Services option

8. Now click to select the box next to Turn on Sync Services for Contacts. This displays the list of options under Select the accounts to sync

9. Click to select Address Book

10. Now close the window and when prompted for a confirmation, click the OK button

In Outlook click the Tools tab and then select Sync Services to turn it on.

Performing these steps will complete the syncing process, However you face any difficulty in syncing your address book, follow these steps:

Under the Utilities in the Applications window open iSync. Next navigate to Preferences in the iSync Application menu. Click check box next to Enable syncing on this computer (if it is disabled). If you are unable to enable or disable this option, then wait for the syncing process to complete.

Re-launch the Microsoft Outlook and go to the Tools tab and then Sync Services. You need to ensure that the Sync Services are turned on for Contact Option.

Now you need to Close the Outlook and move on to Applications/Utilities/and Activity Monitor.

Now Under the Process Name you need to locate the Sync Services Agent option. Then on the upper left click Quit option.

Now close Activity Monitor and restart the Outlook.

After applying the above steps if you face any trouble or error messages regarding syncing then get in touch with a technical expert. Seeking online tech support from a premium computer support company will resolve any such issues.