Question : How can I convert a mail files from 5.0.12 to 6.5?

Months ago, I upgraded our server from 5.0.12 to 6.5.  I converted the mail files individually.  One mail file didn't convert and I can't get it to convert.  The command I typed was:  load convert mail \user.nsf * mail6.ntf

The command looked like it converted, but when I go into Domino Admin., the file format shows R5(41:0) just for the one mail file.   What else do I need to do - the others converted fine.

Also - the events4.nsf database is also showing up R5(41:0).  Do I need to convert this one as well?

Thanks.

Answer : How can I convert a mail files from 5.0.12 to 6.5?

From the R6 Admin Help:

"After upgrading a server to Lotus Domino 6, you can upgrade the databases on that server to the Domino 6 database format and design (template). These two steps -- upgrading database format and upgrading database design -- are independent of each other."

In other words, the database design and on-disk-structure are not related.  They are independent.  In fact, you won't be able to update your user's local replicas without visiting each user's workstation.  But, as I understand it, updating the ODS is not required.

To update the ODS, run the compact program using copy-style compacting (ie: "compact -c ").