Exchange 2003 DST Chaos Survival Guide - Retired

Rebasing appointments for the 2007 Daylight Saving Time (DST) rules has left Microsoft Exchange 2003 administrators awash in uncertainty, alarm, and confusion. Major difficulties have centered around inaccurate and shifting information from Microsoft, the complexity surrounding numerous possible scenarios, and uncertainty projected from Microsoft itself.

This special research note offers critical advice to Exchange administrators regarding:

• An updated order of tasks to prepare for DST.
• Solutions for potential problems arising from tool limitations.
• Suggested instructions for end users who need to manually verify appointments.

Use this research note to alleviate some of the frustration surrounding the Exchange 2003 DST adjustment.