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could it possibly be a router problem?
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It's either the java or router.

1st try updating your java to 1.5: http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/download.jsp (take the JRE)

If it still behaves the same then perhaps you should try manual port forwarding.

The steps are:

1. Set up a static ip (very important for it to work!)
2. Forward a port (use port 6346)
3. Set LW up for port forwarding: Manual port forward instructions & sample image & 2 posts after that.

For steps 1 & 2 I can give you 2 links & you find & choose your Linksys model:
(A) http://www.portforward.com/routers.htm (B) Linksys Support instructions
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its stuck like that now
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So did you configure the XP Firewall?

If it was working 3 months ago & suddenly stopped working & deleting the LW preferences folder didn't work then it looks like your ISP Provider has put filters in place to stop you using p2p programs. This is becoming more frequent nowadays as isp's deal with heavy net traffic.

Suggestions:
1. try a different port for LW. Go to LW's menu Tools>Options>Advanced>Firewalls & change the listening port to 80 & press apply. Then close LW & re-open.

2. Try a proxy:
A Fix for those whose ISP's block Limewire pages 1 & 2 which has a link to alternative instructions.

Another Insight proxy solution

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A Successful http Proxy Solution
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it cant go past Connecting.. now wat should i do
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help plz
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Did you configure your firewalls to allow LW full access for both TCP and UDP.

It appears something is blocking LW from connecting fully. Normally this is a firewall, but if you manually forwarded your ports did you do it correctly as the instructions from the links LOTR posted above.

Also who is your internet service provider? That is the company that provides your access to the internet

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Do this simple test for us. Using your browser go here: http://www.grc.com/port_6346.htm (Press Probe this port button) Does it say open or closed? If it says Stealth then you might need to work on your firewall.
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Running an eMachine w/Athlon 2.12 Ghz processor..XP home and 480 megs ram. Use cable modem w/router have disabled McAfee firewall and told it to trust LW address. Have also disabled AOL firewall. Still get Unable to set up a port (yes I have gone to tools>options>advanced) and there is no option for setting a port there. After deleting LW preferences I get a connecting signal but never a connect.
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Quote:
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Do this simple test for us. Using your browser go here: http://www.grc.com/port_6346.htm (Press Probe this port button) Does it say open or closed? If it says Stealth then you might need to work on your firewall.
crap it says stealth
wat should i do with the firewall?
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