I been trying to connect to LIMEWIRE since last night, also, but without any success. The "SEARCH" button is gray. I don't understand, just a couple of days ago, I was able to download just fine. What gives? At the lower left hand corner, it shows a big RED dot and it says "Sharing 41 files." The banner icons are active, because they keep flashing, but yet it says that I'm not connected. I have a Mac also. Nee help would be most welcomed. My e-mail addy is Chorroli@aol.com. Thanx!