How Do I Enable a Disabled Mailbox in Exchange 2016?

To enable a disabled mailbox in Exchange 2016, you can use the Exchange Admin Center (EAC) or Exchange Management Shell.

Using the Exchange Admin Center (EAC)

1. Log in to the EAC.
2. Navigate to "Recipients" and then "Mailboxes."
3. Locate the disabled mailbox you want to enable.
4. Click on the mailbox to open its properties.
5. Go to the "Mailbox Features" tab.
6. Check the box next to "Mailbox Enabled."
7. Click "Save" to apply the changes.

Using the Exchange Management Shell

1. Open the Exchange Management Shell.

2. Run the following command:

   Enable-Mailbox -Identity <MailboxName>

   • Replace <MailboxName> with the actual name of the disabled mailbox.

Practical Insights

• Enabling a disabled mailbox restores access to the mailbox data and allows the user to send and receive emails again.
• You might need to assign the user a license if they don't have one already.
• If the mailbox was disabled due to a specific reason, address that issue before enabling it.