eMule requires open ports to function. If your router blocks port 4662 (TCP) and 4672 (UDP), you may connect to servers, but you will have a Low ID. Go to Options > Connection > Test Ports .
| Step | Action | Status | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | Close eMule | ✓ | | 2 | Backup your old config folder | ✓ | | 3 | Download new server.met from upd.emule-security.org | ✓ | | 4 | Copy file to /config/ directory | ✓ | | 5 | Restart eMule | ✓ | | 6 | Open Servers tab → Right-click → "Connect to All Servers" | ✓ | Download emule server.met
There are three primary ways to update your server list. Each has its pros and cons regarding safety and convenience. eMule requires open ports to function
Right-click the link to the server.met file and select "Save Link As..." Ensure the file extension is .met , not .txt . If your browser saves it as server.met.txt , rename it immediately. | Step | Action | Status | |
After installing:
: Ensure your firewall allows eMule's TCP/UDP ports. Low ID Status : Check port forwarding on your router. Empty List : Your source URL may be outdated or offline.
The file is essentially a phonebook. It is a plain text (or structured data) file that contains a list of all known eD2k servers, including: