I created a distribution list in the active directory. The list contains about 25 names all from the GAB. I used the Recipient Update Service to update the GAL for the domain. I went to my instance of Outlook (2007) and used the download address book function under Send/Receive. I still do not see the distribution list in my drop down for an address. I checked the Exchange Advanced tab for the distribution group and the box for hiding the distribution list is not checked. I just want to see the DL in the GAL. I am on Exchange 2003 from SBS 2003

Hi Vavs,
One thing I would check to narrow down where the problem is, is whether it shows up in Outlook Web Access.

OWA Address Book is the live Exchange version so if it shows up there, you will know the problem is with the local Outlook copy not updating, otherwise if it still doesnt show there then the problem is with it updating on the server not the Outlook local GAL copy.

I'm no where near an expert but hopefully it will help someone give you an answer.

Paul

Paul,
There must be some kind of timing thing going on here. I checked again about an hour after I entered the DL and it is now appearing. I am not sure why or what happened, just glad it is there. Thanks for jumping in.

That's alright.

I know for me at work, there is up to an hour delay before anything will show in the GAL and then up to another 24 hours before the Address Book is re-downloaded (unless you do a manual download).
Maybe your Exchange server has similar timings but I'm not sure where you would find that out I'm afraid.

Paul