got it - kinda
 

Hi, I just downloaded the free version 4. something, and that works fine, can't really tell the difference from my pro one , so it will do, thanks again for helping though, most appreciated.

Hi. I've had Limewire for many years, but over the past few months the connection is inconsistent. I start it up - it never connects. It always sticks on 'starting connection'. I continue browsing on my browser (AOL), then look back at Limewire and hey presto I've suddenly got a super-charged connection! This can be after 10 minutes, or a couple of hours. So obviously I can eventually connect, but I've no idea how. Can anyone explain this ?

neil

same here
 

same here neil, only mine wouldn't connect at all, i'm now back on the free one - at least it's working

I have Vista. I don't have a Document and Settings. What should I do?

Search for limewire in the hidden folder.

How well do you understand the directories of your VISTA machine? You have a personal user area? Where is that?

any of these fixes for the new limewire 5?

my old limewire used to connect, now the new one wont.

There are fixes for LW 4 & LW 5 here: If LW Will Not Connect

Start off by deleting your gnutella.net file when LW's properly closed. Then start LW & see whether you have a connection.

Otherwise, there are lots of other fixes to try in that thread:)

I tried all ideas and nothing worked. My internet is fine though. I downloaded bit torrent and then downloaded a game and was able to play it. I have no idea why LW will not work. Last week it was fine now nothing.

In Limewire Links (below) click on (If LW will not connect) and go through these fixes -- Try one fix at a time --- do them in this order:-
1. Check your firewall.
2. Delete/Replace gnutella.net file
3. Delete Preference Folder (otherwise known as the Limewire folder)
4. Update java
5. Change listening port
6. Go through the rest of the fixes.
if after all of this your problem remains click on (system details) fill in and post back here

I am not able to connect and i just upgraded to limewire pro. its very frustrating so i hope your link helps. thanks