You could try Phex to see if you have the same problems.

MzLiciaBaby how did you uninstall LW? I hope you didn't use the add/remove control panel. That's not the way to uninstall LW. The method is to use the Start menu > Programs > LW > Uninstall

Perhaps you should use Crap Cleaner to clean up your registry.

I'm having the same problem as some of the other folks. Limewire can't connect because it's blocked by a firewall. My firewall is currently turned off. Here's my information:

1. OS version? Mac OSX 10.4.8
2. What firewalls you have? Mac
3. How much ram? 768mb
4. Hard Disk space available? Around 7 or 8 gigs
5. Connection type? Wireless broadband
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? Modem: Navini, 2.5-2.6 LMXE. Router: Linksys, WRT54G
7. Where are you trying to connect from? My apartment
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? Limewire 4.12.6, Java 1.5.0_06
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider)? i29 Wireless
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? The page would not load (timed out). I've tried other ports as well, with the same results.
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up. No.
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. I've used Limewire for years, this is a new problem.
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? Yes.

Is your OSX firewall enabled or disabled? I only occasionally run mine. If it's enabled then make sure it's been set up to allow LW full access; see OSX Firewall settings for Tiger

I see you have the infamous Linksys WRT54G. Don't get me wrong, Linksys make very good devices, but the models with 54 & especially the WRT54G are almost lemons; this model has a firmware problem. It doesn't run reliably in UPnP mode & is best port forwarded. The other option is to use a crack to fix the firmware. See Linksys WRT54G - Fixed my problem, Followed these steps and it works! for a solution! But you do it at your own risk.

For port forwarding the WRT54G, there's 3 steps: 1. 1st you need to set up a static ip. 2. Then forward a port. 3. Then set LW settings for port forward mode.

1. Static ip for OSX, see these links to get an idea: BTW Domain box can be left empty, it's not important. If used should relate to your local ISP. Sample (i): Static ip for OSX (1), ____ (ii) Static ip for OSX (2), ____ (iii) Setting up static ip (linksys),
(iv) See step 3 in this link about setting up static ip on OSX - Linksys support.

2. Port forwarding step: Some Linksys port forwarding instructions. Those are examples. You only need to forward port 6346 for both UDP & TCP.

3. Within LW: Manual port forward instructions & sample image

BTW let us know how it goes. It's a major concern you can't reach the test page http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ but with any luck the port forwarding will fix that. If not, then let us know after re-checking the test page. The problem in that scenario would most likely be your ISP blocking ports that p2p sharing programs normally use. Might need to port forward a higher port.

My LimeWire is working again!! No more problems...thank you guys for all you help! You are the best

Jennbailey, Im glad your limewire is working again! But Im still without it. I did the crap cleaner thing and so far that pop up hasnt come back. But now, I still cant get limewire without the firewall message. Any more suggestions please?! Oh, and Limewire isnt on my start menu anymore. So Im guessing that it did uninstall. Anyway. I need more help please.

Oops, *jennbagley.....SORRY!

Did you configure your firewall so it allows LW full access (advisable not to have 2 active firewalls b/c they can interfere with each other); Firewall configuration instructions (click on link). Oh & read this thread from the beginning very carefully. There's something you've probably missed. And yet another member to blindly post on our forums without even bothering to read the forum rules. We don't have ESP.

I just downloaded limewire pro and it works fine.

I recently upgraded to v4.12.xx and could not access Limewire through my firewall (McAfee).

I removed all Limewire programs from my firewall. Then I added them back. And I was able to get to Limewire again. My settings Limewire.exe -Allowed and Stubinstaller -Outbound only.

Hope this helps!