Outlook for Mac Activesync: Synchronizing Shared Resources with Zimbra Mobile Plus

As an administrator, managing shared resources in Zimbra has always been a challenge. Until now, the only option to sync shared resources on Zimbra and Outlook was by using the Zimbra Connector, our MAPI integration for Outlook included on Network Edition Professional version. However, with the new Zimbra Mobile Plus, you can sync your resources on any device with just two clicks.

In this post, I will show how to configure an account in Outlook for Zimbra Mobile Plus, providing the ability to synchronize shared resources in the Zimbra Web Client using ActiveSync, which can then be shared to any device on any platform. This feature is especially useful for multi-server deployments and troubleshooting, as it allows administrators to see a comprehensive device report under the Home > Zimbra Suite Plus > Mobile tab.

To start, open Outlook and select the 'File' menu. Click on 'Add Account' and then select 'Manual setup or additional server types.' Choose the second option, Exchange ActiveSync compatible service. Complete each field with the username details and the server FQDN. If you had Autodiscover properly configured, you can use the first option, E- mail Account.

Once you have entered all the necessary information, click on 'Next' to proceed. You will then be prompted to enter your username and password. Enter the correct credentials and click on 'Connect.'

If everything is properly configured, you will see a Completed status. You can select the new profile to be the default each time you open Outlook.

In addition to syncing shared resources, Zimbra Mobile Plus includes a detailed view of each device, where administrators can see the number of synchronized items, ping timeout, and more. Administrators also have the usual options for ActiveSync, such as wiping the device in case it's stolen, stopping or removing the device, etc.

Overall, Zimbra Mobile Plus provides an easy and efficient way to sync shared resources with Outlook, making it a valuable feature for administrators managing multi-server deployments and troubleshooting issues.

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