Another link for those having problems with LimeWire 3.8.6...


Download and Re-Install LimeWire 3.6.15.

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...3744#post83744


This may be a temporary measure for some of you to try.

This works for me! Merci!

It worked for me on XPPro.

Many thanks.

This is 'good' news... I think :confused:

Many thanks to you fougere and to you Marcob for returning to report.

I hope that others will do the same, whether they are successful or not.

Tried to install 3.6.15.

When asked where to install, when I selected my hard drive, it said "Cannot install software on this volume. (null)".

Don't know what that means, other than I can't install it. I removed my current version of Limewire first, am I missing something?

thanks.

I get the same running osx panther..
What os are you using, you that it worked for?

connection tried and tried
 

i have tried doing everything that basically ecerything has posted on the site. i run windows xp on my dell. i have deleated and reinstalled.i have deleated the folder .limewire. i have done everything and i still havent gotten connected.i have even turned off and deleated my firewalls to see if it would work....nope.any suggestions would be helpful cause my buddies say that limewire is alot better than kazaa and all that stuff. i really would like to try and make this work...and not have to go back to like kazaa or something else..thanks!!!!!

racinluver8

You might try this -

Open Control Panel, open Java, select the browser tab, uncheck Netscape and Internet Explorer, reboot & try Limewire. If you connect you can download another version of Java and assign it to your web browser.

I run version 1.4.1_04 with my web browser and version 1.3.1_04 with Limewire.

Good luck,

Norm

Hey it worked for me. I was about to start using Ares but limewire is a lot better. Finally a fix. Thanks guys.

I hope that somebody can give me a hand here. I am running Win ME, and haven't been able to connect for quite awhile. I tried everything that was stated to do through this thread, but still have no luck. I have downloaded the latest version, 3.8.7, but no luck. I tried to go back and download 3.6.15, but admittedly I am kinda stupid when it comes to doing things like that. All it would tell me is that the install failed. Can somebody help me out here.

Thanks

4cstr,

Try a better attempt at removing LimeWire...

Download and Re-Install LimeWire 3.6.15

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...3744#post83744

ursula,

sorry about the multiple posts :(

this may sound stupid, but when I download the 3.6.15, what file do I download. I followed the link to the old downloads, and there were a bunch there. I tried to download the one I thought was valid for win, but maybe I messed up.

Removing and Re-Installing LimeWire
 

Don't sweat the multiple posts right now...
You've got other stuff to worry about first !!!
:eek:

Anyway... click on this one

http://www3.limewire.com/download/3.6.15/


and when you get to the 'Downloads page'

select

LimeWireWin.exe 11-Nov-2003 16:17 4.8M

When the 'Download Box' opens, be sure to click on Save and NOT Open.
(You will need to select a suitable folder where you wish to 'Save' the file... Good idea to have a look first and see where you want to put it or, even 'create' a New Folder named "Program Installers" or something else equally catchy !!!)

...........................

Remember, it's OK to download the 3.6.15 version now, but BEFORE you try to install it, make certain that you have properly and completely Removed the other version you had/have installed.

To do this, click on 'Start' (down on the lower left of your Windows screen) and then click on 'Settings'...

Next, click on 'Control Panel'...

Then, click on the icon which says 'Add/Remove Programs'...

A 'terrifying' box will appear !!!
BE CAUTIOUS... GO SLOW !!!

Scroll down the display of programs until you find 'LimeWire'...
Click ONCE on 'LimeWire'...
This will make the 'LimeWire' line highlighted...
Now click on the button on the lower right of the Add/Remove Programs screen in order to 'Remove' the highlighted program... i.e. LimeWire in this case...

You will then see some 'UnInstall' screens and you will need to answer 'yes' when prompted...

After this is all finished, be sure to go back and look in your (probably) C:\Program Files\ folder to check that there is nothing remaining there that relates to LimeWire...
If there is anything, Delete it... Yes, you can even delete the main LimeWire Folder if you should find it...

Phew, huh ?

NOW, really important...

REBOOT
(Do NOT 'Restart'... Actually 'Shutdown' the machine and 'Start' it 'fresh'.
(This is necessary so that 'Registry values' can be properly changed.)

After you Restart, do NOT connect to the internet... Do NOT even connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP)...

Find the LimeWireWin.exe 'Install Program' that you Downloaded and click on it to make it Run...
Follow the basic install instructions...
Do NOT set it to 'start automatically' when you start your computer.

Don't even 'Run' it after you have installed it (If you have the choice.)

Now, guess what ?

Yupp...

REBOOT

Shutdown your machine and then start it again...
Same old thing... The 'registry' needs to be correctly updated.
(This is a habit that you should follow with 99.99% of ALL of the software that you install on your machine !)

Now, pray and start LimeWire !

If none of this helps, call 'Peerless' or 'trap_jaw4' !!!
(A little joke, sorry..)


By the way, it takes about one third less time to do all of this stuff than it does to write it down !!!

;)


p.s.
Important - Try to be sure that no other programs are running while you do the actual installation of programs...
Another very important habit that far too many people ignore, only to have problems later...

Well, I tried. Twice even. Made sure there were no traces of any previous LW programs on the computer, and followed your instructions to the letter. Still no go. If I try to manually connect the little ball turns green for maybe a second or two, then goes back to red. *sigh...:(

OS 9.2.2
 

Also works for Mac OS 9.2.2 just have to find the Limewire preferences in the Preferences folder in the System folder. (I just did a search for Limewire and then clicked on each one until I found the one in the preferences folder) once you find it, drag it to the trash, then restart Limewire. You need to go through the set up again (takes just a moment) but Wahlah! Thanks!

I have downloaded limewire 3..8.7 and couldn't connect. I am currently running Windows 2000 and went through the steps to delete the limewire directories from my user name file, like instructed and still nothing works when i try to click file and connect. HHHHEEEEELLLLPPPP

Hi shoo.
There is a way to test for at least some connectivity: click on http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ If the page does NOT say "Your test page was a success!" you'll have a quick indication something IS blocking connections on the default port of 6346.

Ok, I tried clicking that link, and the page just sat still with the hourglass. Nothing came up. So, does this mean that my provider is blocking conectivity to LW, or what? Is there any other way to connect?

Someone who knows Windows will have to help (I'm on OSX), but that test told you that your computer couldn't make a connection through port 6346, the default gnutella port.

Where's the block? Whoever controls your access to the internet

1. Firewalls and other very valuable anti-virus software--how to set them up will vary depending on your OS and versions, so posting the specifics can catch the attention of others who have a similar setup.
2. Home Routers--they are a popular way to hook up home networks, and most have the very necessary built in blocks, which are not easy to configure. Post the specs if you use one, and again, someone might recognize the model and have some experience to share.

3. Try another port. Look for the links to other ports in Ursula's signature--they're in the Tips and Tricks Forum.

Beyond those three options the problem gets really messy, and ball is in the coders and business managers (who have used up most of the easier solutions) who put out your software and the network admins who provide the wiring and switches that make up the internet.

Here's a horribly simplified version of what else can be attempted for those who have given up on easy downloads and just are interested in the filesharing.

The wires (usually) run to upstream routers and other controls--run by network admins, usually the ISP or work/school people. There are businesses who sell p2p controls to networks, and their sales depend on convincing the ISPs that blocking p2p will solve many problems and save money. All you can do here is politely build up a relationship with these people, find out their policies, and try to get them to cooperate with your communication needs. After all, that's what they want to do, but there's a lot of FUD about the legitimacy of p2p. Once the wire is out of your home, the political problems become greater than the technical.

bottom line--support p2p developers who are the ones really trying to get you connected. Your network admins will be happy if you just browse the Web and do email, or pay them for downloading what they offer.

Cheers--sorry about the length, but this problem of connections gets me going.

Does anyone know where I can download an old version of Limewire and give me a link.
thanks
OS X 10.1.5

Sorry I bothered.:
For all to enjoy:

http://www3.limewire.com/download/

Limewire is running ok (for the moment).OS X 10.1.5, LW 3,6,15

A thank you goes out to everyone contributing to this forum. Hey, it beats contacting the guys who built the apps, right? They are busy trying to improve them.:)
But seriously, can anyone tell me if it's worth to go to the store and buy Apple's latest OS X (Panther). Or should I just be happy with OS X version 10.1.5? I 've been running on Classic for as long as I can remember and telling every Window(licker) they can stuff it. But with OS X I'm not sure if it's an improvement.
It has the 'look and feel' of XP. Doesn't it?
I know this maybe isn't the right forum for this question but I would appreciate it if some enthousiastic OS X user tells me I'm wrong and should be at the store emptying my wallet for "the best thing in Town".
Cheers,

Keep the info comin'. I don't mind.
wdz(1235)

The question is what do you need to produce and at what speed.

I got my first mac two years back and have gone through from os9 till now os 10.3.3 and i am getting quite fed up with the pace things are changing. It feels like you have to upgrade to something new every week to be on top and keep your computer safe.

One thing I know is that running calssic is not really efficien,t fast or reliable. If you could stick to 9.2 or upgrade your programs to run a clean osX. I just got Adobe CS three weeks back and I upgraded to os 10.3.3 just last night. I am sure my apple is more reliable now than what it was with 9.2 and it is actualy running a bit faster once it has started.

If I were you i would consider the need to upgrade. If the tools you have today are doing the job, then why upgrade? lots of cash for litle and nothing if you ask me. Apple used to be buildt for lasting. now it feels like it is built to be upgraded. They are creating a need. Apple has become to trendy. Its no longer a tool to get the job done, it is a fashion statement. Some times i feel like I am buying added value. I am convinced the Adobe CS will come with a upgrade in a few months.. fixing bugs that they "oversaw" when they first relised it a few monts back.

The one thing that is true is that osx is user friendly and stabile. now that they got to 3.3 they finaly are getting writh of the newborn-baby trouble.

I cannot say what I think you should do. Panther is good. 9.2 does the job. (people! let me know if you feel the same!)

connection problem
 

well after sitting here for about an hour and reading what ppl. are saying on how to fix my problem of connecting and me trying them i am still at square one. i use a mac OSX and that alone confuses me and on top of that limewire is giving me hell!! sometimes it works sometimes it dosn't.after doing what ppl. have said to do i wonder if i have screwed up fixing my limewire even more. i just upgraded to umm... well what ever is the newest thing out there and that didn't work either so if there is anyone else out there using a mac and understands it and can help me connect to limewire i would be very thankful.

stacykel

I too am using OS X, and can't get a steady connection. It either connects or not, I just quit and try again.

When I do connect, it might even say Turbocharged, and I can run a search. It will pull up tons of files, but when I click download, it immediately goes down to excellent and fair then poor and I'm disconnected in less than a minute.

Interesting note, it disconnected the otherday, but I left it on and the file still downloaded. Very strange.

I've tried 3 different versions of Limewire, even paid for the Pro version, but nothing I've tried gets me connected on the first try and keeps me connected for any length of time.

thx, the tips on the 1st page worked for me :)

I am on a LAN/WAN network. I am not blocking any sites owned by Limewire that I know of. I connected fine until I upgraded to the latest version. Now when I connect, I loose my connection on 2 PC's and my Mac on my network. I then have to restart my Router AND my cable modem and then repair the connection.

I have never seen anything like this. I will investigate more.

MST3000--I'm a bit confused by the site comment (LW connects to other Gnutella users, and doesn't need to connect to the LW Home Page). However, re the home network problem, some of us had troubles with the LinkSys router firmware (downgrading worked), and there have been others who had troubles with some models of USB or wireless modems. Apple just posted a workaround for AOL users. I might be able to dig up the links if you post the cablemodem/router/ ISP details.

Each LW needs a different port, which should set automatically (see Preferences->Advanced->Port, and the "Force IP" option should be checked).

In general, some router 'saturation' problems can be minimized by tweaking the Preferences/Options
1. Connect manually (disable the "Connect Automatically" preference
2. In the Saving preference, reduce the days to keep Incomplete files. Cleaning out the incomplete folder also helps (too many incomplete files trying to connect at once has caused some router/modem problems).
3. Setting the Uploads->Basic->Upload Bandwidth slider to about 80%
4.Checking the "Disable Ultrapeer Capabilities" in the Preferences->Speed

Did everyone try the quick test for port blocking?
http://www3.limewire.com:6346/

OSX users can set their System firewall by going to Apple Menu->System Preferences->Sharing->Firewall and clicking on the New button. Scroll down the list to choose "Gnutella/Limewire (6346)" or create a new item for whatever port you choose.

deserttoad--The connections are needed for searches. Once an upload or download is started, LW doesn't need the connections. If you are on a 56K modem, too many up or down loads might be saturating your connection: try to download only one or two files at a time.

I never try download more than one file at a time.


And I wish I had a 56k connection.....that means my speed would double....

Re: for those who can't connect
 

ah.. what about mac 9.uh.. 1.(i think i have 9.1) i get on and it doesnt connect when i click the little connect thing. and im new to this whole limewire deal. any help?

Re: Re: for those who can't connect
 

OS 9 doesn't have a built-in firewall, so that helps. Did you see the new post about connection problems?

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...threadid=24449

Re: Re: Re: for those who can't connect
 

ah, no I havent. ill go check that now. thanks

connection problem solved
 

it worked for me

Can't Find File
 

I cannot find the file you suggest I delete to help in my connection problems.
i am running Win 98SE and have searched desparately for C:/Documents and Settings file to no avail. Can you help me?
Thanks

Re: shutting down limewire
 

Thanks a bundle..as you say dont forget to remove any icons from task bar..worked a treat

Hi sdaswani


:D Thank You for that Post :D yes, it works!!!!! I am so happy I got my Lime Wire Pro to Connect , YaY :D


Thank You!

Teri

i have recently registered and am having a few problems connecting to LimeWire. I have been through all of the firewall checklist and everything seems to be fine on that note, however when i try to connect through the program, the search button is accessible for a second or so, then greys back out. I have tried to delete the preferences in my LimeWire folder, however there arent any there.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

no connection
 

I have been using suprnova for a week no probs. Yesterday I get a begging message to help pay for the work done on bittorrent. I sent $10. Next time I tried to get on I was hijacked to this old kazza site renamed suprnova but stillGnutella. I thought ..ok lets pay for it and I won't have any probs. I paid $44.90 to morphus.com by paypal.

Guess what. Yes you are right. I can't connect to suprnova at all now. I am using Limewire as instructed. on a n XP machine through adsl.

Somebody put this right please. After paying for the service the least I expect is to get the thing working.
Excuse the tone but I am a bit p45767ed off.
Thank You.

Dennis Webster
PS How many suprnova sites are there?

Get your money back! Damn ripoff artists. Limewire is open source and FREE! Looks like a few fly-by-night outfits are scamming people.

See this thread for more abuse stories: one of the LW business managers also looks in on the thread, and they aren't happy about what those other sites are doing too. You should repost there too.

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...threadid=24819

what is autoload? or where do i disable it?

TheDelete LimeWire File Fix Does Work! Even on Xp
 

***Make Sure Your Lime Wire is OFF***When doing this!!!

Actually, it does work all you have to do is this:

goto: my computer/ Drive C:/Documnets and settings

your Main Identity that stores everything/ then

there is a file that will say .Limewire

Delete the .Limewire file Folder

Then start up LimeWire
it will create a new .Lime Wire file when you restart Limewire wihout that Folder

It will start right up... it worked for me, and i have win xp :)

Help
 

I deleted all possible things and I got rid of my firewall, and I still cannot connect.

Limewire just doesn't work period.
 

Why doesn't limewire admit they have a major problem with their new version and find out what it is, fix it instead of asking people to figure it out themselves through deleting limewire files reinstallling and port numbers.

I have a Mac G5 and it simply doesn't work. What other programs are there besides limewire for the mac?

Quote:

Why doesn't limewire admit they have a major problem with their new version and find out what it is, fix it instead of asking people to figure it out themselves through deleting limewire files reinstallling and port numbers.

Because they can't control the problem(s) of people unable to accept incoming connections. If the mouthpiece of your phone is unscrewed, good luck finding people to talk to you.

LW does work for many. I've LW installed on a G3 (OS 10.2.8),G4 (10.3.3), PPC (Mac OS 8.6) and they all work even at the same time. Took a lot of help to discover the ISP filters, firewall and router blocks, but it works.

for a list of gnutella clients that are connecting this hour, see http://www.limewire.com/english/content/uastats.shtml.

Sigh.

Well, i am feeling the same as you about all of this stuffing around. I wasted x amount of dollars to purchase the Limewire program (which i think i may have been duped of) and have since been using Kazaa instead. Am not sure how compatible this is with Macs but i am finding it fine to use and it costs nothing. If you are only looking at downloading music, dvds, programs etc, this is the way to go.
Good luck - hope this helps.

:)

folks, i'm sorry you are having issues with getting limewire up and running. be assured that in the majority of cases LW works just fine - there are a myriad factors (extra programs on your computer, ISPs blocking gnutella, etc.) that are hard for us and/or beyond our control to deal with. if you are a PRO customer, feel free to email support@limewire.com for personalized assistance.

Connection
 

Have tried removing the file and resetting my firewalls in Windows XP and cannot get connected. Any suggestions ??

Connection trouble
 

I have eliminated every piece of limewire, re-installed,taken the firewall off, deleted the limewire file in my profile, in short, EVERYTHING listed in these threads andnothing works. It used to work but no more. There has to be something at Limewirethat is causing this...

By the way, I have XP Pro