Yay
 

sdaswani I don't know if you're still around, but I could just hug you right now.

You have just given me a fix to my limewire in 20 seconds that 3 hours of probing around in deep firewall/ports/technical crap couldn't.

Thank you so much.:)

ok well ive deletin the folder and still not workin any ideas

After you deleted the folder, did you have to go through LW's setup wizard again?

hi.
can you tell me what is for windows vista?Because i can't find the spesific dir.
:confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:

finally connected
 

thank you very much and the ''lord of the rings''
after 2 hours searching in firewalls,routers etc.with no success in 5 min i am connected

Connection problem on Desktop and not laptop
 

OK, first time post. Hope someone can help with this. Tried most of the solutions posted here but nothing works. So here goes....

Laptop is DELL 8600 running LW 4.8.0 & Java 1.6.0_05, Desktop (built-from-scratch) is running LW 4.8.0 & Java 1.6.0_06. Both have Windows Security on, both have Limewire checked as an exception. Both PCs have AVG Security Firewall Installed with default options. Limewire and AVG Security installed in default directories. All options match each other on both systems.

Limewire runs as an UltraPeer on the laptop and refuses to connect on the desktop. (I even added TCP and UDP ports to desktop and switched between UPNP and Manual Port Forward).

Also tried the fix mentioned above to delete the .limewire directory from C:\Documents and Settings\myname\Limewire. I do not have auto-start selected and do not load limewire in the system tray. I manually start each time I want to use it. Yes, I did go thru the LW wizard when I restarted limewire. Also tried deleting and reinstalling.

Now what do I do?????

I really want to get this working on the new PC because its REALLY FAST ( AMD dual core 6400 cpu's, 4 GB memory, 2 320GB 10K rpm drives, etc...)

Thanks,
Jim

1. Decide between windows & AVG firewalls. If it's only things like checking viruses & spyware, etc, fine, but for firewalls should only use one.

2. Make sure none of the computers are using the same connection or listening ports. Routers will reserve a single port for each program on each computer making it inaccessible to the other computers. So try changing their ports under Tools > Options > Advanced > Firewalls. Might need to set it to manual but if you do that, the UPnP for the router won't work so NAT might block incoming. O.o Ports to try: 49152 - 65535
Of course port forwarding would work too.

I have erased EVERY INCH of LW on my computer and re-downloaded it about 3 times now. I have checked all my firewalls (McAfee and Inthernet Explorer) disallowed LW and reallowed LW. My listening port is set to where it needs to be. I still cannot connect. Nothing new happened to my computer before LW stopped working, except I uninstalled an older version of LW and replaced with with the Beta version that just came out. Are there links to the Beta LW and the connection issue?

OK, I shut down the laptop and removed it from the network. Only the desktop is connected. Changed the port to 49152 in limewire for both the listening port and the manual port forward. Also added port 49152 as the TCP port and the UDP port (did NOT get an error that the port is already used?? ...originally had UDP set to 49154).

For this test I disabled BOTH FIREWALLS. With the new port settings, tried both UPNP listening on port 49152 and manual port forwarding listening on the same port. No combination of new port, UPNP or manual forwarding, firewall(s) on or off, and only 1 pc connected to the router.

Any other suggestions???
Thanks,
Jim

I cannot get a connection when doing a search. My firewall has allowed Limewire. What other options do I have?

more info about desktop/laptop setup
 

Found this reply so I'm filling it in....
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. OS version? WIN XP PRO SP2
2. What firewalls you have? AVG and Windows , both disabled
3. How much ram? 4GB
4. Hard Disk space available? 300GB
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) Cable Modem
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? Modem:Motorola Surfboard SVB5120 Router:Linksys Eatherfast w/ 4 port switch
7. Where are you trying to connect from? house
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? LW 4.8 0 Java 1.6.0__06
6. Who is your ISP (Internet Service Provider)? Optimum Online
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? GOT "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 other Computers
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. 2nd try, works perfect on laptop, not on desktop
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? _ click here to see Sample image Do not have blue world Icon at all!
14. For those using a modem/router, how is your modem/router set up...are you port forwarding or is UPnP enabled? Tried both, neither works, originally set up as UPnP.
15. What security programs are you using (antivirus etc)? Some people might not be aware that their security suite includes a firewall http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...lies/smile.gif Use Windows Firewall and AVG Security Suite. Usually Win Firewall is disabled. For limewire, I disabled both.
16. What country are you living in? USA

Hopfully, this is enough information about my system. The fact that I don't have the blue globe icon might mean something.

Thanks for any help.
Jim

From the computers with LW not working: 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?

Have you tried these options: http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...t-connect.html
Missed your 2nd post. Ok ... Optimum online are reknown for being problematic. But if one of your LW's works then that shouldn't be the issue. Port forwarding means actually forwarding a port in your router, not just changing settings within LW; PortForward.com - Free Help Setting up Your Router or Firewall

So it seems the default port of 6346 is not blocked, just something is interfering in the connection & incoming messages.

Here's an odd suggestion but it might work; try installing FrostWire. If it connects, then close it & open LW & see if it connects.

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...t-connect.html

Try the suggestions in BOTH the previous two posts #1516 & 1517 above this one. :)

Trying frostwire next....
 

Thanks for the tips, LOTR, I tried fostwire. Worked perfect first time. closed it down, told limewire not to make it the default magnet???, limewire doesnt work.

Aside from the obvious (use frostwire instead of limewire) Any other suggestions before trying all of the stuff in the link you mentioned in your post?

help
 

xp
pc cillin
20 gb
will not connect
wireless at home
was fine till new down load..
lw 4.18.2
cable high speed
had the old version liked it but made the mistake of deleting to add new...:-(
old worke why not the new....

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limewire working after replacing gnutella.net file
 

Thanks LOTR for the help. I did 2 things, set up a static IP addrsss (which didn't work) and replaced the gnutella.net file which did work after a reboot.
:yahoo:

????
 

replace gnutella file?????

??????
 

it just connected for no apparent reason....random city

It's described here http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...t-connect.html which is where you should have looked before posting anywhere. :) That's what the RED Sticky's at the top of each section are for, providing answers to commonly asked questions & problems. ;) :)

Thank you - I have wasted so many hours - now it is perfect.

maybe it's fixed
 

I ended up changing the preferences for Compatability to Windows 98, and it works now! However I now have potential virus threats/trojans on my computer. I'm starting to think iTunes is worth the $$$$$

Worked For Me
 

It did indeed work for me. Thank you:Smilywais:

yer i have done that but still not connect done all the settin like its the first time of lw bein instaled

:bangh:I am totally in the dark with "tech speak". I have a MacBook. I use Leopard Operating system. I have a 500 gig hard drive and about 2 months ago my limewire stopped working. I sent it to the trash and then downloaded it again, but it just won't open anymore. Can someone help me without talking tech talk? I would appreciate it.

Thanks in advance... moondance208

Try the advice here: I Cant Open Limewire Please Help
:)

many many thanks to your replies.i finally solved the problem with the forum help.thank you very much again.:yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:

Vista
 

how do you do this for vista users?

That didn't Help me. It still shows one bar.

im sorry to bother you but i have a question wer is the LimeWire Preferences located at i cant find it?:confused:

For Windows users it's found under the LW menu bar, Tools > Options > Connections.

ok i founded n i did everything but it still shows me 1 bar

is there anything else i could do?

Well it seems you haven't posted your system details so we can only "guess" what your problem is at best. System details - help us to help you (click on blue link)

If you tried everything on the previous page link, then try installing FrostWire. If it connects, then close it. Then open LW again & see if it connects. ;)

1 window vista ( the computer is a acer)
2 windows firewall n i have norton internet security
3?????
4 acer c: 104 gb free of 145 gb n data d: 145 gb free of 145 gb
5 i have high speed internet its verizon high speed internet
6 model 6100 verizon ***
7 house
8 verizon high speed internet
9 LW 4.18.3 java 1.6.0_02
10 it says that the internet cannot display that page
11 no i only have 1 computer n i dont kno wat p2p means so i guess no
12 no i had LW before but it stop workin and i deleted n im tryin it again but its steeel not working so i decided to try to fix it
13 yes
14 ???
15 norton internet security
16 USA

Thank You!!!
 

This worked like a charm for me. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

i downloaded frostwire and it didnt connect and now im trying to open limewire n its not ther i think it got deleted:confused:

If I transferred some of my limewire library over to iTunes, will that prevent me from completely uninstalling Limewire in order to reinstall?

This worked!
 

I removed the preferences folder and restarted Limewire and...voila! It worked! I was able to connect! Thanks!!!

Frostwire worked! I also did that connections thing and unchecked the box that said to start the connection automatically! Can't believe it! Been working on this for days!!!
Thanks everyone!

I am computer stupid. LW will not connect.I don't get what you mean in the posts. Please HELP.

This worked for me! Thank you so much! I am using windows XP with Norton Internet Security 2008. I forget how to look up ram and etc.. on my computer. Thank you so much.

"Tips" interfering with LimeWire
 

Worked for me thanks Limewacko!:xirokrotima:

LW still not working
 

I have windows vista and can't seem to find half of what you are asking us to do. I was able to use my LW last night and then I tried to use it today and nothing all day. I have norton 360 and the problem does not lie with them. I have LW on my list of exceptions thru windows firewall, and updated my java and I still can't connect.

I looked in all this meaningless information you provide NON pro users. I do get that 4226 id error and there is no way to fix it. Any help would be appreciated cos I hate to have to use another medium for my songs since for almost 2 years I never had a problem till now!

jumping on the can't connect bandwagon....
 

I used to use LW pretty often, but for about 3 or 4 months haven't used it, just too busy. tonight I tried to use it, and it will never connect. I upgraded to the latest basic version, still no difference. I went thru the self help ideas, and have disconnected my router and connected my modem directly to the computer, no difference. I shut off the windows firewall all together, still nothing. I don't use Nortons internet security, or mcafee firewall. the only programs I have running in my taskbar are: Norton's anti virus 2004, Webroot's spy sweeper, Webroot's windows washer, Norton's password manager. That's it, I run a very simple XP Media Center edition pc. I haven't changed ISP's I use Comcast, it's the same modem I used successfully in the past. I don't get any error messages from LW, it just never connects, and always shows the one bar in the lower left corner. any ideas??
thanks.
Jim.

het

I've been a bit ill for over 2 months and it has worn me down to the point I don't feel like communicating. However, consider this a communication :-) I have a colonoscopy scheduled for Monday and after that I expect to start feeling better. Thanks for checking.

can't find this file .....C:/Documents And Settings/your_username/.limewire!!!
what should i do if i have LW stored in F drive ???

I gave up trying to fix it. nothing worked, so I downloaded "Frostwire" it works great and looks just like limewire.

awesome!.. :idea: that worked for me in windows xp, thanks Susheel

In Vista
 

I am so stupid........ where do I go in vista to do this following search. I am new to vista.... came there straight from Win98. Please help.


C:/Documents And Settings/your_username/.limewire