Updating to J2SE 5.0

Deum use this one JRE 6

http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp

Thanx downloading now, will give u feedback

Deum
Oh I just seen your at work, You may have to, have a word with your Admin Guy about firewall.

Mick, does he still need to open port 6346 ??

I would use port between 45000 & 65000

i ahve spoken to the Admin he says i have full access to the proxy, i will try once i have completed Java install,

Deum, when U get going.
Don't D/L exe,rar,zip, files. I am expert at using LimeWire & I don't touch them they are 99.9% viruses.
We only use these for testing anti virus programs.
Just scan with av before opening every file.

Hi Mick,

Java installed, still no connection.
Under firewall config. what do i put into Listening Port & Router config?

Manual port faward, & Listen port should be the same No's in L/W
45000 To 65000 , Number used in router should be same.
Dont forget to APPLY every time you set somthing
also you must create a static IP first.

waiting for admin to let me know what prots are open in that range
or
Do u know what port BearShare uses default and i can try that

Sorry for the hassle

Sorry no idea
He can do test to see what ports are free to use

router problem
 

I don't know if you can help me. I have been using LW for a long time with no problem. Have just installed Linksys wireless router WRT54G and LW does not work anymore.

do you know if I have to configure anything in the router? If positive, what?

thank you for the attention.

Antonio

Here are the instructions to port forward your router...
http://www.portforward.com/english/r...G/Limewire.htm

Don't forget the static IP...there's a link to do this in the instructions...:rolleyes_2:

Connecting
 

Sdaswani

Thank you for the Info posted about deleting the directory. I have spent hours trying to edit ports in my firewall, following online tutorials about Belkin configurations and numerous adjustments of settings over the past couple months. All the while not being able to connect to LW. Then one 20 second fix and i'm back in the game.
Thanks again.

Mine was working fine yesterday and today it's telling me I have no connection to the internet or just sits on search timing out passively.

What did I do in my sleep?

Your LW's posessed :potter:

Sorry:o Give us your details & maybe we can help.
System details - help us to help you

Oooh Snaps....
 

hey I'm having troubles. I mean, LimeWire says I'm connected to the network, but when it comes to SEARCHING... NOTHING HAPPENS! I am behind a firewall & the brickwall does show up. I've read about every solution & have tried doodling with my firewall, but still NOTHING. It's frustrating to NO end! Is there something up with LimeWire? Cauz I saw some friends yesterday & they were all complaining about how LimeWire's not working for them either. I am stressing this because, believe me I am an experienced LW user & I have NEVER had this problem before.

Comp info:
WindowsXP Media Center Edition 2005
Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2007
512 MB
35.7 GB
connection - Cable
modem - Motorola SURFboard
connecting from - home
LW/Java version - 4.12.11/1.5.0_11
ISP provider - Time Warner
connection test said - "Your test worked!"
not sharing with any other computers
like I said up top, "1st time having this problem"
I do see the brickwall & all bars of LW are green

help is REALLY APPRECIATED... K thanx, gonna make like my smile there & bang my head into the wall in thee meantime

If you're connected, delete LW's preferences folder when LW's properly closed. You'll find instructions in this thread, along with some other advice & tips to help if you're not seeing any search results:)
Blank results page

If you'd like to get rid of the firewall icon, make sure that you're only using 1 software firewall. If your PC-Cillin comes with a firewall, configure it to allow LW & make sure the XP firewall is off.
What's the model of your Motorola? Depending on the model, there's possibly an internal firewall.

Yes, delete the .limewire folder. You must've used a much older version of LW at some stage, that's the old prefs location. After you delete that folder & restart LW, you should see the LimeWire folder within Application Data from now on.

Your SB5101 is just a modem & doesn't seem to have a firewall. Do you have a router as well?

Try this link for a tutorial about configuring the PC-cillin firewall. You have to click the link at the bottom of the screenshots to see each successive page.
http://www.leeindy.com/firewall_pccillin-1.shtml

You could also try disabling that firewall & configuring the XP firewall instead. See if that makes any difference:confused: You can try adding the listening port number to LW's manual port forward box (they both have to be the same number)...I don't really think it'll help but you never know! Since your connection is fine (all green bars) I would've thought you'd be able to see search results. Being firewalled doesn't necessarily mean that you can't search or download.

Update your Java, that won't hurt. Use the JRE offline installer & remove your old Java version before you install the new one.
http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp

old version of limwires doesn't connect
 

Hi,
I am using 4.0.7 version of limewire. it does not get connected but the latest version of limewire gets connected to network easily .
is this old version not supported anymore ?

pls help me out .

thanks
Atul Vaish

Datul Hi
In a word NO, its java that no longer supports very old versions.
OK friend.

Follow these instructions exactly.
So, you need to Go, Start/All Programs/LimeWire n Uninstall all L/W versions.
Do Not Uninstall From Change or Remove Programs.
Re BOOT Your computer NOW.

Now Go to, Start/Search/click on all files n folders/more advanced options/
& make sure, case sensitive, is not ticked. (all other boxes should be ticked)
Now!!, Put limewire in box, (all or part of file name) & click search.
Delete everything found, including Prefetch folder, (I mean everything)
Re BOOT Your computer NOW.

Now! Go to,
START/Set Program Access/Change or Remove Programs,
now completely remove all versions of java.
Re BOOT Your computer NOW.

Now! Use this Link to get (jre-6u1-windows-i586-p-iftw.exe) Use the off line installer, NOT the (recommended) one,
http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp
When Download is completed.
Disconnect from internet, close ALL apps n reinstall java.

Now!! Use this link to download latest L/W version using the off line installer
http://www.limewire.com/
If you need help, Shout, If it fixed your problem or not, Feedback helps others.
Peace

hi
I have old version of limewire that is 4.0.7 . I have used above methods to connect but it still does not get connected to network . what may be the issue ?

is this old version of limewire mo longer supported ?

thanks mick ,
i will be trying thinow an know soon whether it worked ?

hi mick
in the last line u have said to insall latest version of lime wire . i still want to use 4.0.7 , does ur solution work with this old version ?

i have tried but it did not work.

Atul

Datul Hi.
It will not be possible to use, because Limewire will not work without java &
java is always being improved & upgraded.
4.0.7 is now finished, so try as you might no amount of reinstalling will help

mick ,

could u pls ensure that 4.0.7 no longer works anywhere?
One thing would be to ensure is that if i get to talk to someone who works for limewire community , like some developers or designers of lime wire software .
could u pls help me out in this regard?

Thanks mick
Atul

Hi datul,
I don't have a version as old as you, oldest I have is 4.8.1:D
My 4.8.1 still works (with Java 6), but honestly...I wouldn't use it , unless it was as a test for someone. You might want to look at the LW changelog...then you'll be able to see exactly what changes have been made since 4.0.7.
http://www.limewire.com/english/cont..._history.shtml

There have been some huge improvements since way back then & LW is so much better now. You don't have to get rid of your 4.0.7 installer if you love it, but do consider the newer versions...they're great;)

Sorry for jumping in Mick, hope you don't mind:)

thanks birdy
the reason why i am using lime wire 4.0.7 because compression option is not mandatory in this , but higher version to this, this option has been declared mandatory .
i want to see its uncompressed packets and write some decode for them .
anyway, thanks for the help guys !!

bye
Atul

Hey you guys I hope I'm not repeating any questions but I am honestly confused and unable to find answers! I am not very computer savvy either...But I'm learning! Okay here goes: I have Windows XP and dial up internet connection. My dell desktop is a dimension 4600. I'm not sure how much space is free though. Recently I took some advice that I found elsewhere in the forum.. But here goes. My mum downloaded LM 4.12.6 I think? Yeah..And it works fine..As long as you are on my brother's desktop and my Mum's AOL screenname. But how can I get LM on the other desktops? I tried going into the search in the start menu...But every LM I've opened through that has been empty. And I've had to set everything like new. I have some songs downloaded already...How can I get the same LM on each desktop? And also...I am having a he**-of-a-time trying to get into the firewall settings of MY aol sn!! I got the okay and I know my mum's password..But when I go into security I get this site called Discover AOL saying I need to download AOL security! Is it possible to use LM on other sn's?I am so confused... These computers are uber confusing...O.o

fixed
 

Totally fixed my program..thanks

Hi there,

I am using window xp. Ive followed the steps. I went to my documents and settings, click on my name and then deleted .limewire. Reset limewire and i notice theres only one bar of network which is not enough to connect. At bottom it also says that limewire has detected a firewall..but!..i went back twice to turn off my firewall and still nothing is going right for me...anymore suggestions?? i'd appreaciate.

Could you supply these details please...
System details - help us to help you

Datul Hi.
Sorry let me expand on what Ive said, I understood that you wanted to use 4.0.7 as your everyday app, this would be very hard to keep going, because of
the buildup of vulnerabilities & exploits that spammers have found in older versions of java & L/W.
But if you don't mind having to keep reinstalling then I believe it is possible.
What java version was you using when it worked fine ?
Try going back to JRE 1.5.0.09, PM me if you cant get that installer & I will
get it to you.
JRE 1.5.0.11 would be better,(Less Vulnerable) but not sure it will work, try it!!
Just remember to do a search & delete all other version of java & L/W files before installing again.
After you D/L java, put a copy of it,along with L/W installer in a zip folder for
safe storage.(Don't delete that in search) LOL.
Let us know how you get on Atul G
Vaish, is that same as in "Vaishnava"
Peace.

I see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface

I can't read your mind...That is why I asked you for your details...;)

Hey everyone. i just had to share my good news. i have been one this thread site trying everthing that people were suggesting. it seemed like nothing was helping. I originally had McAfee anti virus. i unistalled all of it because i purchased Norton Internet Security 2007 which is compatable with windows XP and Vista. It still wasn't working once i installed norton. I then thought since i've been doing so many things to try and fix limewire, i'm just going to restore the default settings back to limewire. Well, now it's been working great all day with a turbo-charged connection. Here's what you have to do to restore default settings. hope it works for as many of you as it can.

1. click on the tab tools and open up the options menu.

2.down towards the bottom of that menu there is a button that says "Restore Default". go ahead and click on that and follow and promts. It may ask "are you sure" or what ever.

3. then completely close out limewire and make sure it isn't still running in the bottom right hand corner of your desktop. if you're not sure if it's still running or not you can restart your computer which will for sure close it down.

4. then reopen limewire and it will promt you to set up your settings again.

once i completed step 4 it located all my music and opened up and went right to turbocharged connection and has been there all day.

You're my kind of person Birdy...
 

HeHe, thanx alot! Can't believe all it was, was that older ".limewire" folder that you said to delete. Then after deletion, ofcourse like you said, I checked my "Application Data folder" to see the "LimeWire folder" that was suppose to be there THERE! I mean after reading :newspaper: and reading countless threads on the matter, and carefully choosing which action to take. Easy enough all it really took was deleting that folder. I'm much thankful, grateful... YOU NAME IT I am that. Thanks for all your assistance in my download angst, I bow to your apparent superior LW knowledge :aweof: . You're AWESOME, so go ahead & pat yourself on the back there Birdy. Seriously, standing ovation for you there :xirokrotima: . You deserve it, you've yet helped another poor "I Can't Get My Limewire To Work" soul. Now I'm off to maraude the highspeed downloading pleasures of my LW :w00t: . I'm obviously having too much fun with these smileys too, hehe THANKS AGAIN :Smilywais:

It's that easy people... well in some cases :laugh_2: .
locate & delete .limewire folder found here....
Windows:
C:/Documents And Settings/your_username/.limewire

firewall issue? can't connect
 

1. OS version: W2k
2. What firewalls you have? should only be the one in router
3. Ram: 1024
4. Hard Disk space available: 37GB
5. Connection type: FIOS
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers: D-Link 624
7. Where are you trying to connect from: home pc
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have: LW4.10.5Pro Java1.6.0_01
9. Who is your ISP provider: Verizon
10. http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ page works, after 15min still works
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up. 3 pc home network
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. Haven't used LW in a while but used to work
13. Do you see a brick wall: Yes


I have tried deleting the LW pref file.
I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling.
I set up a static IP and tried opening ports and port forwarding.
Nothing seems to be working. =(

Your problem could lay with your ISP as they are known to filter p2p in some area's...

Just try this...See if there's a 98 option...
Right-clicking the Limewire icon and going to properties and change compatability setting to Windows 2000. (but only if you're using Windows 2000 or later.) Somebody reported changing to Windows NT compatibility fixed their problem despite not using that operating system version.

If that fails you may have to update your limewire...If you choose to do that, save your Pro installer to My documents, that way if another version of LW doesn't do the trick you can reload your old Pro...
Try both 4.12 and the latest Beta 4.13...

yo i need some help
 

See here it is, i have a window xp computer, and i use people pc enternet connection. Everytime i sign on limewire I only get one bar, and when i try to search for some music it says your limewire is currently connecting, and untill then you cant search any music. Here's the thing even after an hour it's still only has one bar, so can somebody please explain to me what is happening here.

Can you post these details please...
System details - help us to help you

connection is rubbish!!
 

hi..ive been using LW for a long time. never had connection probs.sicne 10/4/2007, my LW became extremely slow..the connection quality is always 1 green, then gos to 4...5 mins later, goes to 1 back...and downloads are slower now..also a file i downloaded became from 95% to 23%!!!! the file is 693MB..does anyone know how to solve these?

thanks...greatly appreciated!!

Hi kadeer
System details - help us to help you Please.

Cut n paste these just the Questions,put your answers in bold text Thank You.

Recently there's been a problem with people not providing enough details about their setup - despite being asked again & again.
So let's make it easy for everyone...the details that we need if we're going to be able to help with complex problems are:

1. what OS version? (eg: Windows 98, XP,OSX, Vista)
2. What firewalls you have ?
3. How much ram ?
4. Hard Disk space available ?
5. Connection type (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) ?
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers ?
7. Where are you trying to connect from (house, appartment complex, school, student accomodation, work, etc.) ?
8. What version,LimeWire & Java,Go to L/W's Help/About L/W, THIS show both LW & Java version.?
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider) ?
10. Do this test click here: http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ should say 'Your test worked!. What happens ?
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up.
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user.?
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface ?
14. Have you given full permisions for LimeWire to pass through your Firewall ?
15. XP users, Please state XP firewall on or off.?

These are all contained within the sticky Connection problems? Check here first!
but possibly some people are getting a bit confused or lost when we direct them to this sticky & ask them to provide their details.

This information can be vital
For instance, some ISPs are known for blocking p2p/throttling bandwidth,
some connection devices are known for being unreliable in certain situations.

So please, help us to help you & provide as much info as you can.
If you're new to LW or new to computers & aren't sure how to answer some questions,
or don't know what an ISP or router is - just say so. Nobody's going to yell at you:wink:
Even if you can't answer all the questions in one go...don't worry. Do the best you can & we'll take it from there.
__________________
Peace.

. what OS version? (eg: Windows 98, XP,OSX, Vista) XP
2. What firewalls you have ? Windows Firewall
3. How much ram ? 256MB
4. Hard Disk space available ? 60GB (80GB hardisk)
5. Connection type (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) ? Broadband 512k
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers ? no router
7. Where are you trying to connect from (house, appartment complex, school, student accomodation, work, etc.) ? [B******[/B]
8. What version,LimeWire & Java,Go to L/W's Help/About L/W, THIS show both LW & Java version.? Java:1.6.0 LW:14.12.11
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider) ? TMNET SDN BHD(Malaysia)
10. Do this test click here: http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ should say 'Your test worked!. What happens ? Your Test Worked!!
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.? new prob with expreiced user
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface ? no
14. Have you given full permisions for LimeWire to pass through your Firewall ?yes
15. XP users, Please state XP firewall on or off.?On but could download(earlier!!)

Now i uninstalled LW 14.12.11 and installed 14.13. kinda fast..no change made to Java..

Has that fixed your problem.

P.S.... There is no version of L/W, 14.12.11 or 14.13
I think you mean 4.12.11 or 4.13.
Peace.

Turbo connection but "enabling open info sharing"?
 

Hi all, new to this so here goes!
My prob; LW opens and seems to connect perfectly with a Turbo charged connection. If i do a search all the results come in quickly but when I try to download I just get a "connecting" message. Also, the minimal box at the bottom of the screen constantly says "enabling open info sharing"
Here's my info;
1. what OS version? Vista Home premium
2. What firewalls you have ? Just the windows one.
3. How much ram ? 1GB
4. Hard Disk space available ? 132Gb5. Connection type Broadband, ADSL2
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers ? Standard BT home hub.
7. Where are you trying to connect from; [B******.[/B]
8. What version,LimeWire & Java; LW 4.12.11 Pro, Java 1.6.09. Who is your ISP provider; British Telecom, BT
10. Do this test click here: http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ should say 'Your test worked!. What happens ? It does work!
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.? 1st try
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface ? Yes.
14. Have you given full permisions for LimeWire to pass through your Firewall ? Yes
15. XP users, Please state XP firewall on or off.? Using Vista firewall

Thanks!
Wander

My motherboard crash so I built another computer clean hard drive etc.. installed wxp pro and did the up dates also installed norton antivirus and basic utilities. before my motherboard died I was able to logon to limewire, i was running the same wxp pro and norton stuff, Now since I installed and bought the new limewire program I can not logon. when I launch the program now all that happens is the little box that says limewire on it comes on for a second or two then goes away and thats it I have removed all other copies files what every from the other hard drives and installed limewire on the clean harddrive. Someone please help :(