limewire is currently connecting to the network

kaos0051 · #1 (**permalink**) November 7th, 2007

alright Birdy. I did everything on that list. Downloaded new Java,got my static ip address, did the port forwarding. and it still wont work. I shut off my windows firewall and stuck with Mcafee. so I am still freakin lost. I don't know what else to do. Can you think of anything else I might be doing wrong? Help please

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Originally Posted by birdy

linz321,

What fixes have you tried (that haven't worked)???
It's not a good idea to run 2 software firewalls at once...they'll interfere with each other & you'll end up being less secure

Pick one firewall, configure it to allow LW & turn the other one off.
Look at my post #8, delete the preferences folder & change Java versions. If you decide to update to the latest Java & can't connect - try that older Java instead! Deleting prefs folder & up*******changing Java are 2 fixes that often work when someone starts having problems out of the blue.

Your ISP is the company that you pay for your internet access (eg Tiscali, Pipex, Virgin). Who is yours?
Do you have a box with lights on it that plugs into your computer & lets you connect to the net? If so, have a look for brand & model.

kaos0051,

Same deal for you as for linz321...choose either McAfee or Windows firewall. Not the 2 together.

Make sure that there's not a Windstream firewall causing problems. Check the thread below

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

In LW tools > options > advanced > firewall config. Change LW's listening port to 64049 (or you can try other ports in the range of 49152 - 65535) > apply > ok. Restart LW & see if you can connect.

Your Java version's a bit old. Update to one of the versions linked to in post #8.

If UPnP's enabled on the Siemens, try port forwarding instead. If the fixes above don't work, go to the site below. Find your router model, click on that & then choose LimeWire from the list of programs...you'll find step-by-step instructions for setting up port forwarding.
PortForward.com - Free Help Setting up Your Router or Firewall
If setting up a static IP's part of the instructions, don't miss that step. LW's listening port, port in the 'manual port forward' box & port forwarded within the router should all be the same number.

Larry O · #2 (**permalink**) November 7th, 2007

My connection is trying to connect, but is allowing me to d-load previously set-up d-loads (via searches when I could connect).

Why could I connect yesterday (and all other days) but not today?

H E L P!!!!

Any ideas?

thx

merlinknghts · #3 (**permalink**) November 10th, 2007

Guys.....I think the problem might be with Limewire.......I'm giving up and turning in..good luck to you all!

linz321 · #4 (**permalink**) October 12th, 2008

Right i can't connect to limewire at all. It says theres a firewall blocking it but i haven't got any firewalls on?? I've also deleted that limewire prefernces folder an that hasn't made any difference. I need some help please

1. OS version? Windows XP
2. What firewalls you have? Windows Firewall and Mcaffe firewall but both are disabled.
3. How much ram? dont know
4. Hard Disk space available? dont know
5. Connection type? Modem
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? dont know
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? 14.8.18
9. Who is your ISP (Internet Service Provider)? AOL
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 worked
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? erm i've got a p2p program but thats got access as well
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. its a SAME 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? _ Yes
14. For those using a modem/router, how is your modem/router set up...are you port forwarding or is UPnP enabled? not sure
15. What security programs are you using (antivirus etc)?mcaffe but it isn't on anymore
16. What country are you living in? Great Britiain (UK)

VolsUT0513 · #5 (**permalink**) October 12th, 2008

1. OS version? Windows Vista Home premium upgrade 32 bit
2. What firewalls you have? Windows Firewall. I've made limewire an exception on it. I hadMcaffe firewall but I have uninstalled it.
3. How much ram? 2.5 gig
4. Hard Disk space available?143 gig
5. Connection type? Broadband Cable
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? Motorolla surfboard Linksys wrt160n
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? 4.18.8
9. Who is your ISP (Internet Service Provider)? Comcast