I have cable connection, was connected with previous version LW, when I upgraded to 2.8.5 now no connection.

I have navigated my firewall, LWpro is included. I performed the recommended test in FAQ: typing telnet 64.61.25.171 6346 in run mode, I see a black popup that quickly disappears and I cannot read it.

I am still disconnected. what's the deal? If I am unable to connect with upgrade, yet required to update as per thread left by "sticky", what's the deal? What can I do???