② Install Server Patch

In this tutorial, we’ll be installing OpenSpy patches to the server client, which lets you host your server on the OpenSpy network — just like we did with the game client. If you’re curious about why this step is necessary, you can find more information here.

Procedures

Download BF2142_Server_Patch.zip from Downloads.

Unzip the file to your desktop.

Drag BF2142_w32ded.exe from C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\Battlefield 2142 Server (or equivalent) into the unzipped folder on your desktop.

In the unzipped folder, find BF2142_Server_Patch.exe, right-click it, and select Run as Administrator.

When prompted by l, click Yes to allow the app to make changes on your device.

Click Open & Verify and select BF2142_w32ded.exe in the unzipped folder.

Wait for the Step 1 tick to turn green.

Click Patch! and wait for the Step 2 tick to turn green.

Drag BF2142_w32ded.exe back from your desktop folder to C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\Battlefield 2142 Server (or equivalent).

Next, you’ll use what you’ve just installed to set up and host a dedicated server.