Backup your pst-file. For details see
http://www.howto-outlook.com/howto/backupandrestore.htm

That said, an upgrade won't loose any data or settings but it is often
recommended to recreate your mail profile anyway when changing versions.
See http://www.howto-outlook.com/faq/newprofile.htm

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"Shirley" wrote in message
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Before I install Outlook 2007 I would like to know what to do? How can I
make
sure that I don't loose anything? Could someone please give me step by
step
instructions for getting this done the right way?
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sasm