Connection Problems with MP3 Rocket
 

Alright I have spent a good hour trying to look through all these threads, and nothing seems to tell me what to do with this program I have just downloaded. I installed the MP3Rocket 4.9 Pro version and I am running Windows XP, I did the little test and it gives me an error page. Come someone give me a step by step lesson as to how to get my icon in the lower left hand corner to stop saying "starting connection". The icon next to it says that it still detects a firewall. I have followed all instructions to allow Gnutella to be an exception and an added port, dont know what else to do????

Do you mean that you installed a version of LW Pro that you got from mp3Rocket?? If so, you were scammed.

Read through this:
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...threadid=28751

I've just looked at the site & it's a scam. LW Pro from the official site (in the thread it tells you) costs $18.88 for 6 months of updates & email support. Contact your CC company & cancel your transaction;)

Same Problem
 

OK, I took your advice, and I removed the MP3Rocket version and I downloaded the Basic "free" Limewire version and it set up the exact same way. On the lower left hand corner it says "you are currently connecting to the network" beside it is an icon that says "limewire has detected a firewall". I have followed the step by step instructions to add the ports in the instructions to make an exception for Gnutella as directed. I have even followed the directions and erased the limewire folder at: Documents/Settings/owner_name/limewire. I tried the test page again and it still doesnt work. Bottom line, I am still unable to connect...

Read through this & follow the steps:http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...threadid=51357

Pay attention to the info about routers & UPnP. If your router uses UPnP make sure it's enabled within the device & also within LW (tools > options > advanced > firewall config. Tick 'use UPnP', apply)

What's your set up:
OS
LW & Java version (Help > about LW & it'll tell you)
ISP
Modem/router brand & model number
Connection type (dial-up, ADSL etc)
Where you conect from (home, work etc)
Firewall you're using
Is this your first try at using LW?
Are you sharing your connection with other computers?

Response
 

I dont understand the routers, I went to the homepage of the DSL Modem I have it is Westell Wirespeed 2100, this is what the home page took me to:
__________________________________________________
B90-210014-04

WireSpeed™ Dual Connect NAT Router


Westell technical support is offered to Internet Service Providers, independent phone companies, and distributors.
If you are an end user, please contact your Internet Service Provider for technical support.
__________________________________________________

I did check LW and the bullet is checked that has "use Upnp"

RESPONSE:

What's your set up:
OS
Windows XP

LW & Java version (Help > about LW & it'll tell you)
LW 4.10.5
Java 1.5.0_06

ISP
CenturyTel

Connection type (dial-up, ADSL etc)
DSL

Where you conect from (home, work etc)
Home

Firewall you're using
Windows Firewall-only

Is this your first try at using LW?
Yes

Are you sharing your connection with other computers?
No

Thanks for your time.

Did you go to the LW test page?
http://www3.limewire.com:6346
What did the test say?

I can't find any info to tell me whether your modem uses UPnP. If it does, you'll have to enable it within your modem as well as within LW.

If there's no UPnP, you might have to forward a port through your modem.

Try & find out about the UPnP first though;)

Zilch
 

Test is negative, it will not display the page.

How do I enable it through my modem or forward a port through my modem???:confused:

Did you check out UPnP?? If you found that your modem doesn't have it, you can try port forward. To enable UPnP in the modem, either see the manual or ask your ISP to help.

Just make sure your ISP is not blocking p2p. Some do & you should check to see that this is not a prob before you go any further.
Here's how to port forward...

Step 1: Set up a static IP address. This HAS to be done first:
http://portforward.com/networking/staticip.htm

Step 2: Port forward through your modem:
http://www.portforward.com/english/r...d/Limewire.htm

Step 3: When port forwarding's in place, within LW, tools > options > advanced > firewall config. Tick manual port forward & enter the port number you've forwarded (6346 is the default). Apply. Your listening port (on same page) will be the same number.

You might have to restart LW to effect the change, I can't remember:eek:

It worked!!!
 

Thanks so much!!!:D :p :D

Well done, you:D

i did the test mine said "your test worked!"

No luck
 

I am trying to help my uncle setup his computer to connect to MP3 Rocket. It used to work and then he reset his modem. Not sure why he reset his modem but anyway. I have enabled UPnP but the software will not connect. I have disabled his Windows Firewall but that didn't help. I have found an article on how to enable port forwarding but no luck. There has to be something that I am missing. I am confused by the two different ports on the Advanced tab. What is the difference between the two? Also this used to work until he reset his modem. I suspect that disabled UPnP but I have re-enabled it. I would appreciate any help on this issue.

Gregg

1. OS version? XP Home
2. What firewalls you have? DSL Router, Windows Firewall disabled
3. How much ram? 256MB
4. Hard Disk space available? 50GB
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) DSL
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? Westell 327W
7. Where are you trying to connect from (house, appartment complex, school, student accomodation, work, etc.)? House
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...) Will show both LW & Java version. LW 4.9.37 Pro, JAVA 1.5.0_06
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider)? Verizon
10. Do this simple test for us. Using your browser go here: http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ The page should say 'Your test worked!'. What happens when you go there? Page didn't load
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up. Modem has built-in router/hub although only computer connected
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. used to work, experienced user
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? yes

Go to http://www.portforward.com/routers.htm & find your model in far right column & forward the port(s) that MP3 Rocket uses! ;) :)
This will most likely be your problem ... the modem/router blocking the port.
Try port 6346 for the gnutella network! :)

Help cant connect to lime wire
 

i have tryed abosolutly everything but cant connect to limewire network it just says starting connection all the time in the bottom left.

PLEASE HELP.

JOE

MP3 Rocket problems
 

I have been a subscriber to MP3 Rocket for a year or two now. But in the past 30 days, it will not let me connect. It tells me I have a firewall--but there is no firewall today that wasn't there two years ago. Nothing on my computer settings has changed. I do not have a virus or any of that stuff. I have tried opening my computer to allow pop-ups--didn't work. I have emailed MP3 Rocket to ask them what's wrong and they have not responded to me in any way.
Unless someone in this forum assures me otherwise, I am going to conclude that the MP3 Rocket site is being shut down and the plug has been pulled on the site.

If you will read this full thread Post #2 by Birdy explains it all. MP3 Rocket is a scam. Download Limewire Basic for free here. Lime Wire » Official Website & Free Download «

can someone please help me undestarnd why i cant connect...i dont understand the router issue.

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