I suggest you completely delete your copy of LW, better save your "Incomplete" and "Complete" folders onto a CD before you start deleting. Also, delete your Java applet.

Then download the LW installer file, from Limewire.com, into a newly created folder along with a new download of Java. I personally prefer Java 1.5.11 (my O/S is XP) but you may want to use Java 1.6.x (latest version)

Get yourself a registry cleaning utility, like Reg Clean, and sort out your registry, also run your AV and Anti-Spyware app to clean up your HD.

Now do the following off-line, i.e. Internet connection closed.

Defrag your HD.

Run and install Java, reboot then run and install LW.

Check that you can now open your "Options" box.

If all is well, repopulate your new "Incomplete" and "Complete" folders with the data on your CD.

Good Luck.


UK Bob