Convert Exchange Mailbox type using Exchange Shell commands

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Converting one type of mailbox to another type is possible in Exchange environment, and you can complete the task with the help of Set-Mailbox command in the Exchange Management Shell. Here are the types of mailbox(es) which you can convert in Exchange –

• User mailboxes It is the basic type of mailbox that is assigned to Exchange users. So, it is called a user mailbox. It helps users in sending or receiving the message, creating/managing contacts, scheduling meetings, etc. Also, user mailboxes can choose to receive voicemails in it.
• Shared mailboxes An Exchange administrator can create a shared mailbox to provide access to multiple users. Shared mailboxes are not directly connected with any account, but after creating a shared mailbox, administrators can give permissions to multiple users to use the shared mailbox.
• Room mailboxes A Room mailbox is specifically created to utilize as a resource of the organization. A room is created for meeting locations like conference rooms, meetings rooms, training rooms, and auditoriums.
• Equipment mailboxes Equipment mailbox is a resource mailbox which can be associated to portable devices like microphones, projectors, laptops, cars, etc.

Now, There are Different Types Conversions Which You Can Perform Using the Exchange Shell Commands

• User mailbox to shared mailbox.
• Shared mailbox to user mailbox.
• Equipment mailbox to shared mailbox.
• Room mailbox to shared mailbox.
• Shared mailbox to room mailbox.
• Shared mailbox to equipment mailbox.

Convert the type of mailbox using Exchange Management Shell

To convert the type of mailbox and its password, use the following cmdlet –

For example:

To change the type of the mailbox only –