---
type: source
title: Groupware Synchronization with Outlook
tags: [groupware, outlook, synchronization, caldav, carddav]
related: [outlook-caldav-synchronizer, caldav, carddav]
created: 2026-07-01
updated: 2026-07-01
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_dienste_webdienste_groupware_sync_outlook.md"]
---

# Groupware Synchronization with Outlook

This source provides technical instructions and a guide for synchronizing the university's [[groupware]] calendars and address books with [[microsoft-outlook]]. 

## Key Technical Details
Because Microsoft Outlook does not natively support the protocols used by the university's Groupware, the URZ mandates (per existing version) and recommends (per newly generated version) the use of the open-source tool **Outlook CalDav Synchronizer**.

### Configuration Parameters
To establish a synchronization profile or connection, the following server settings are required:
- **DAV URL:** `https://groupware.uni-greifswald.de`
- **Username:** URZ user ID ([[zentraler-nutzeraccount]])
- **Password:** Account password
- **Email address:** Primary email address as defined in the [[ums]] (account management)

## Implementation Workflow
1. **Installation:** Install the Outlook CalDav Synchronizer and restart Outlook.
2. **Profile Creation:** Create a "Synchronization Profile" using the "Generic CalDAV/CardDAV" type.
3. **Discovery:** Use the "Test or discover settings" feature to discover and select the specific calendars or address books to be synchronized.
4. **Synchronization:** Configure the synchronization type and interval, then trigger the process via "Synchronize now".

## Operational Recommendations
- **Initial Setup:** The URZ explicitly recommends starting the synchronization process with an **empty Outlook calendar** to prevent data conflicts or duplication during the initial sync.
- **Support:** Support for this configuration is available via the [[groupware]] ticket system or the URZ hotline (ext. 1420).