How to use the SharePoint Migration Tool

Microsoft's native SharePoint Migration Tool (SPMT) allows you to migrate to SharePoint Online from different on-premises SharePoint versions. The tool helps you migrate site contents and file shares and provides a scan option to check for any potential issues. Follow these steps:

Getting started with SPMT

step 1 Download and install the SharePoint Migration Tool.
step 2 Once installed, sign in using your admin account's credentials to get started. This requires the account to have at least the Site Admin privilege.
step 3 Once logged in, you can choose your preferred migration option:
- Migrate SharePoint site content
- Migrate file share content

Steps to migrate SharePoint site content

step 1 Click Add new migration under the SharePoint section.
step 2 Select the Single source URL method to migrate your SharePoint on-premises server.
step 3 Select the migration type as Site migration.
step 4 Enter the URL of the source site you'd like to migrate and provide the login credentials if prompted. It is recommended that you use the site collection admin's details. Select Only this site to migrate this site alone and click Next.
step 5 Enter the URL of your destination site and click Next.
step 6 Review your migration task and migration settings, and click Start to begin the migration process.
step 7 Once the migration is completed, click View reports to get detailed information on the migration.

step 1 Click Add new migration in the File share section.
step 2 Select the Single file share source method.
step 3 Select the source folder that you'd like to migrate and choose if you'd like to migrate the folder or only the contents inside the folder. Click Next.
step 4 Select the destination site and the document library or its folder to which you'd like to migrate. Click Next.
step 5 Review your migration task and migration settings, and click Start to begin the migration process.
step 6 Once the migration is completed, click View reports to get detailed information on the migration.

Limitations of using SPMT for SharePoint migrations

Lack of automation features require you to use PowerShell scripts.
Requires elevated privileges like Global Admin, SharePoint Admin, or Site Admin.
Restrictions in file types and selection levels limit your migration scope.

Benefits of using SharePoint Manager Plus for SharePoint migrations

SPMT's limitations make migration a hassle. ManageEngine SharePoint Manager Plus helps you overcome these migration challenges with a unified solution.

Seamless migration: Migrate to SharePoint Online or between different tenants and farms without any PowerShell scripts.
Automate tasks: Schedule your files to migrate automatically during nonbusiness hours to save time and effort.
Preserve metadata: Set values for custom columns to preserve metadata and prevent confusion.
Granular delegation: Assign migration, auditing, and management tasks to non-admin users without elevating their native privileges.
Complete visibility: Generate detailed reports on your SharePoint infrastructure to understand your source and target to ensure a smooth migration.

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How to use the SharePoint Migration Tool

Getting started with SPMT

Steps to migrate SharePoint site content

Limitations of using SPMT for SharePoint migrations

Benefits of using SharePoint Manager Plus for SharePoint migrations

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How to use the SharePoint Migration Tool

Getting started with SPMT

Steps to migrate SharePoint site content

Steps to migrate file share content

Limitations of using SPMT for SharePoint migrations

Benefits of using SharePoint Manager Plus for SharePoint migrations

The Complete Management and Auditing Solution for SharePoint

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management Manage, track, and secure Active Directory

Identity governance
and administrationOrchestrate user identity management and access controls for Zero Trust

Privileged access
managementControl and secure privileged access to critical enterprise systems

Enterprise and IT service
managementDeliver a consistent employee experience across business functions

Customer service
managementBuild a one-stop portal for customers with efficient account management

IT asset
managementCentralize and automate the complete IT asset life cycle

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performance monitoringEnsure network, server, and storage reliability with AI-powered insights

IT incident
managementEfficiently manage and resolve IT incidents while ensuring transparency

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and hybrid infrastructure

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