Note: This article was originally published in 2009. Some steps, commands, or software versions may have changed. Check the current Exchange documentation for the latest information.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- Exchange Server installed and configured
- Administrative access to Exchange Management Console/Shell
- Active Directory environment
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