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Connection Problems Problems getting the LimeWire or WireShare program connecting to the Gnutella network. (not about connecting to files, that is a Download/Upload Problems section issue.) Please supply system details as described in the forum rules.
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Old June 18th, 2007
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im having a problem connecting i only have one bar
it's very rare that I actually get a connection and when I do it only last for a short time.
I thought it was out internet provider but I realized the other computers in the house had limewire running perfectly.
please help
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Can you supply these details please...
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Old June 30th, 2007
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1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98)
xp
2. What firewalls you have?
AVG & basic windows firewall
3. How much ram?
256 MB
4. Hard Disk space available?
11.5 gb/ external:72.4
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.)
broadband
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers?
dlink wireless
7. Where are you trying to connect from (house, appartment complex, school, student accomodation, work, etc.)?
house
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...) Will show both LW & Java version.
4.12.6 pro / java 1.6.0_01
9. Who is your ISP (Internet Service Provider)?
champoin broadband
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?
it says it worked
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up.
we have to wireless connection connecting to one router in out household
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user.
new problem experianced user
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface?
yes, but all my firewalls were off at one point and it was still there
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/attach...1&d=1158099342
14. For those using a modem/router, how is your modem/router set up...are you port forwarding or is UPnP enabled?
im assuming port forwarding
15. What security programs are you using (antivirus etc)? Some people might not be aware that their security suite includes a firewall
avg but it's off
16. What country are you living in? Sometimes there are ISPs with the same name in more than one country (eg Clearwire in the USA & also in Ireland).
US

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xxvicious13xx Hi.
The java version you are using is problematic to L/W, & the L/W version is out of date, so lets have a clean install.

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 Blue Link to get "Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 5.0 Update 12" Use the off line installer, NOT the (recommended) one, 4th one down.
Java SE Downloads - Previous Release - JDK 5
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
LimeWire

Universal Plug and Play may not be working properly Due to this update. "Security Update for Windows XP (KB931261)"
Removing this update is not Recommended & could make your computer vulnerable to attack.
For more info on this update, click on this blue link.
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-019: Vulnerability in Universal Plug and Play Could Allow Remote Code Execution (931261)

If this update is installed on your computer & UPnP is in use by Limewire,
Try switching to Manual Port forward using port numbers between 45000 To 65000
Both Manual Port forward No, & listening port should be set at the same number
In LimeWire, GO to Tools/Options/Advanced/Firewall Config & use Manual Port forward.

If you are using a router to connect, that will also need configuring.
Find your router listed here, Use this blue link. & dont forget to create a static IP first, & click apply after changing each setting.
PortForward.com - Free Help Setting up Your Router or Firewall

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Old July 2nd, 2007
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i did everything i was told
and i got alot of bars
but nothing started to download until i was down to one and it downloads VERY sloww
If you are using a router to connect, that will also need configuring.
Find your router listed here, Use this blue link. & dont forget to create a static IP first, & click apply after changing each setting.
PortForward.com - Free Help Setting up Your Router or Firewall
and i dont really understand that^
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What are the model numbers on your D Link & I will direct you to the exact setup page.
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