Have you tried an earlier version of LW? You could try Lime Wire » Download Out-Of-Date Installers 4.12 at least for time being. ;) As I was saying in my previous post, I have same problem as you. I am trying to figure the problem out. I am guessing it is java related.

Personally I'm using 4.16 at present.

Thanks!
 

This fix worked for me - thanks!

One problem with the older versions (older than 4.14) is they will not be able to download from any version newer than 4.17.4. But that's just a small sacrifice for now. ;)

I have had Limewire for quite some time and now I am getting a firewall block. I have looked at all config. and Limewire is on the exception list on both windows firewall and PCillun virus program. I have even turned off all firewalls to see if that worked and it did not. I am at a loss...I have COMPLETELY deleted all limewire files (hidden also), re-downloaded, called DELL and local ISP. They offer no help and said it was a Limewire issue. I do not have Mcafee and modem is working correctly. ANY HELP?

Try a combination of these tips If LW Will Not Connect (click on the blue link). Often it's the gnutella.net file, but other options might also help. :)

Thank you! Got it to work, finally. I have a inspiron 1525, desktop, and took it to another location and Limewire worked perfectly. I brought the computer home called my ISP again and downloaded updates for my modem! Once again I appreciate your help! This was a nightmare....

Paul

hi, nicknj6 again in ref: to my earlier post iwas able to connect lastnight along with all of my first post today i can't it says starting connection four hours also spell correct vietnam, hey it eas 41 years ago for me.

Windows XP
 

Does not work I deleated hidden files everything it will only load 12 percent and take me to a window in setup that has not next or finished clicker:blink:

Thanks, it sorted out the problem straight away.
Merry Christmas

Those Who Can't Connect To Gnutella
 

nicknj6 hello, i'm sorry i guess im to new at this i don't know how to execute the preference move could someone give the old guy a step by step please:)

If using Windows XP or earlier see: http://www.gnutellaforums.com/window...tml#post183932, (or post above it if you started with an earlier version of LimeWire.)

If using Windows VISTA see: http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html

If using Mac OSX see: Deleting LW Preferences folder in OSX

I'm running Vista. Deleteing the folder worked.:super:

I've tried about a million things and this finally worked. Thanks!

delete preference
 

hi guy's its me nicknj6 the newbie again. thanx for the heads up, ran into a prob could'nt delete it says there is a version of lw running in another folder, ideleted all i found even uninstalled the prog still could not delete. I'm not thick guys i have a brain tumor which creates i's own firewall at timeshttp://www.gnutellaforums.com/images/editor/smilie.gif granpa, i have 4 of my own they call me grandaddy nick, thanx for hanging in there with me guys

I Have Deleting And Reinstall It And Even Cut Off My Firewall And Still Nothing What I Am Using Xp And I Have Wireless Internet Through Time Warner Cable I Also Have Two Computers But It Works On The Desktop But It Wont Work On My Labtop

hey guys nicknj6 drowning (2 fingers) vista prem still looking for help on delete pref also over last week previous playlist from 1 yr basic use have started disappearing i've lost over 40 playlist and parts of library starting to erode i have norton ahhhh help me with this revenge of rod serling thanx

Your Wireless device will have NAT which acts like a firewall. If it does not use UPnP or use it very well, then you may need to port forward the device. User Cant Connect - LimeWire. Despite what LW says, modems & routers are a frequent problem because not all have reliable UPnP.

Also If LW Will Not Connect (click on the blue link)

For wireless help. Brand & model would be a help. :)

If you updated LimeWire & cannot find your Downloads

for those who can't
 

thanx birdy, nicknj6 again i should have made it clear those files are dissapearing from media player, does that change the prognosis? please give a brother a heads up thanx

nicknj6, throwing my hat in the door i am really sorry for that self serving display of idiocy i need you guys to help me which you have been right on my medical restraints are my hill to climb not yours. i was not only frustrated but feeling quite deficient as well as not being able to deliver on the xmas cd for the gran kids if my thoughtless actions get me kicked to the curb i have to except that. ido wish to beg your forgiveness and would aspire to be a better forum member, really hoping to hear from you guys merry christmas, happy new year

I see you're using Verizon ISP.
Sometimes LW can be slow to connect. Especially if too many incomplete files flooding your modem/router. Disabling the Performance options & purging incomplete files sometimes does the trick. If LW Will Not Connect (click on the blue link). Sometimes the problem is fake/dud ultrapeers you connect to.

those who can't
 

morning guys nicknj6, hi limewacko please instruct on how to find lw pref disable for auto connect at launch greatly appreciated and welcomehttp://www.gnutellaforums.com/images/editor/smilie.gif

LW's menu bar, Tools -> Options -> Advanced -> System startup.

Oh auto connect .. sorry ... Tools -> Options -> Connections, check or uncheck Connect on start up. :)

those who can't
 

hello lord, when i click on tools adv i get zip any suggestions? nicknj6

y r u using a mac or something? :)

those who can't
 

no lord compacq presario sr5050nx using vista premium can't get much more tech eaited till i was 60 yrs to buy my 1st one after i hit adv the little tab that comes up is blank, there is something there but i only have vision in one eye and its not very good w/glasses hope that sheds alittle light nicknj6

might this be different if I use Vista? I can't even find the path you reference. I have nothing in my documents and settings that ends in .limewire

It worked like a charm...ty so much!!!!

For Vista, see http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html
You can turn the vision of LW larger. Go to LW's menu bar, View menu, 'Increase Font Size'. :)

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/attach...w-options2.gif

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I've done this C:/Documents And Settings/your_username/ - but there is no limewire folder!

For the newer users it's in a different location:
LimeWire 4.10 or later preferences name & location sample image & for VISTA users, see http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html

good morning everone, hope your holiday was as happy as you wanted. granpa,i found out that tool tab worked when my bars finally turned blue after almost 24hrs. however it showed a graph on both sides in adv i had no clue,wish you could share my screen. the graph was like a bullseye with 3 different positions after 3 clicks at this point i can.t even buy a vowel meanwhile firewall is strong and ever vigilant looking for life preserver nicknj6

Tried this, but no luck. Am using LW 4.12.6 Pro with v 1.6.0_11 of JAVA. Was working fine an now I can't connect at all. Was thinking about upgrading to newer version of LW, but want some reasonable assurances that that would solve my problem.. Don't want to spend another $30 and still have problem.

Yes!!
 

That idea worked for me, XP user.
Thanks

Welcome raydec. :)

Upgrading Versions Will Not necessarily fix any problem much less a connection issue.
Usually connection issues are contributed to Firewalls, ISP's, Routers/Modums w/NAT.
You say " Tried This " which doesn't tell us anything, since this thread is HUGH. I'll give you a few Links to check out. Connection Problems are the #1 biggest issue here, so if you would elaborate, it might be usefull.
See Links below.

Connection problems? Check here first!

System details - help us to help you -> Provide these details when you post!!!

My problem was with searching
 

Hello Remoc - thanks for the advice but my problem is with searching. I am connected. Things are downloading. But LW stopped searching for about 24 hours..! LOTR gave me a few tips and then told me to wait it out and see if that worked - which it did. Don't you love those sort of fixes?? *L* Thanks again

i have firewall problem
how to solve this?

I have never had limewire installed. I installed today, & can't connect. Why would I need to do any trouble shooting?!?! Sounds like the program doesn't work. I installed from http://www9.limewire.com/download/LimeWireWin-full.exe

HELP! as it searches for HOURS for one song.

Try the fixes in the thread below (start off by replacing the gnutella.net file). If nothing there helps, please post back with your system details.
If LW Will Not Connect

worked for me! thanks a bunch.

running OSX 10.5

I am using Windows Vista Business and cannot connect to Limewire at all. I have a firewall but have permitted this program access in my security centre. Can anyone help me out her as it has been running trying to connect for 2 days and still nothing.

Did you try the fixes in the link above?? If nothing worked, we need your system details to help you more.

If i uninstall Linewire and re-install it to correct a connection problem, will I lose my entire library of saved audio files? Can anyone help me with this?

Have you changed the location of your saved folder at all?

Providing you haven't been saving files to within LW's program files (C:\Program Files\LimeWire) then you shouldn't lose anything. Some people mistakenly save their downloads within Program Files & in that case, uninstalling LW will mean that downloads are lost. It's also a bad idea to save files within C:\Documents and Settings\username\Application Data\LimeWire... because deleting LW's preferences folder would delete downloads as well.

To check where your files are being saved, in LW go tools > oiptions > saving. You'll see the location of your saved folder there.

It's always a good idea to back up your files, just in case of a system crash or other tragedy;)

Hi there, i just had to ask a quick question;
i'm having problems connecting, clearly. I understand
the steps that are given to solve this problem,
however i do not understand nor know how to
delete my limewire directory...?
I'm really bumed out becasue bought limewire
pro thinking that this would solve my connection
problem.. but i guess not :(
i've had htis problem for about a year and
have no idea what to resort to anymore.
anyones help would be greatly appriceated!

thanks, allison.



Also, i'm not sure how to view these replies, so
email me if possible.
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Depends on which operating version you are using & which LW version you started with. If you started with a version of LW over past 2 years, then the folder is now called limewire not .limewire. :)

(a) Try deleting your LW Preferences folder whilst LW is closed; instructions here: Point #3 in Fixes for Limewire (sample image included at bottom of page.) (b) If using Vista then see http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html

I suspect chances are the problem is more than your preferences folder but a firewall somewhere. Provide all these details & this may help us to pin point the probable problem: System details - help us to help you (click on blue link)

okay, well i deleted that, and all my limewire stuff is closed..
i turned off my windows firewall stuff, and i'm not
'tech smart' if you know what i mean. I still can't seem to figure it out.
And i am wht windows XP

also it says firewall detected, but i dont know how to check and where ot go and what to do

Well ... see the last link I gave in my post above. :) We cannot help much without those details. :)

I cannot connect either, I've checked my security settings and all are ok, But i did see something about the Java platform, the newest upgrade is 1.6.0_10 do you suppose this has something to do with the problem

Thanks

The delete hidden folder options worked for me , all set Grampa, TY