I tried calling my ISP but the operator said it wasnt them blocking LW, besides I have used Limewire with this system and online setup before just with my old motherboard and hdd I had before the rebuild.

I might call the ISP again as it may still be them. the settings in my Norton were already set to allow LW.

Craig

have you tried replacing the gnutella.net file -- sometimes it gets corrupted -- if not try this:- (you must show all hidden files)
[1] Open windows explorer select Tools à Folder Options à View à Show hidden files and folders.
[2] In windows explorer look for the Limewire Folder – go here:-
c:\documents and settings\username\applications data\LimeWire
(or)
c:\documents and settings\username\limewire
[3] Ensure that limewire is completely off - check the system tray to see that it is not there - if it is click on it and select exit
[4] Open the .limewire folder and look for and delete the gnutella.net file –

http://www.imagef1.net.nz/files/LW_g...1196869679.jpg

[5] now download a new version from (here) and save it to your desktop[6 Drag the new gnutella.net file into the limewire folder.[5] Close the LW Folder and start up Limewire

Yeah I have tried that more than twice without success and just checked with my ISP tonight (even got a bloke who speaks english this time) and they arent the problem either :(

Pse cfm that XP firewall is disabled. Make sure UPnP is enabled on your modem/router.
Also have you tried changing yr java script from the latest download to an older version (JRE 5.0 Update 14) - use the add/remove program -- remove the version you have installed before you download/install the JRE 5.0 Update 14 - if this don't work pse read the sticky threads at the top of page 1 (If LW will not connect) and (connection problems) - if after working yr way through these fixes yr problem remains pse let us know via here

yeah I have been through all the stickies and done what they said but still no go?

I'm afraid I've run out of suggestions/ideas -- you will have to surf some of the other posts to try and find yr answer -- sorry

Yeah I have pretty much done all I can so far, thanks for trying mate.

Craig

not a problem just sorry I couldn't be more helpfull

Klassic,

Do that LW port test again.
http://www3.limewire.com:6346/
Are you using PeerGuardian2? If you are, just make sure that PG2 isn't blocking access to the site (open PG2 & watch what happens when you try to connect to the test site).

If the test still doesn't work & it's not a PG2 problem, try changing ports. In LW tools > options > advanced > firewall config. Change LW's listening port to 65000 > apply > ok. You can also try other ports in the range of 49152 - 65535.

Go into LW's preferences folder (LimeWire) & find your gnutella.net file...hover your mouse over the file...what size is it?

Did you ever try port forwarding? Even though you didn't have to use it before, it's worth a try if you're determined to use LW...the specific instructions for your router are here.
Port Forwarding for the Motorola SBG 900
Don't forget to set up a static IP address first. LW's listening port, port in the 'manual port forward' box & port forwarded within your router's setup should all be the same number.

Hey guys I've read the -read me first- stickies and I couldn't connect at first, but I replaced the gnutella.net file and viola, it worked!! and now I can connect but I still have a firewall icon next to my connection which is green. I can still download files and everything, but I was just wondering if I shouldn't have a firewall icon or if that's normal. The reason why I'm asking is because my laptop that runs windows XP has limewire-pro and gets blue bars with a turbo-charge connection and has no firewall icons. Is the fact that it's limewire-pro the reason why it gets the turbo-charge connection, or is it the firewall holding back my speed?

My pc running limewire ;


1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98) Windows 98
2. What firewalls you have? None
3. How much ram? 512
4. Hard Disk space available? 5GB
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) broadband connected through a router.
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? NETGEAR RangeMax 802.11g Wireless Router Model: WPN824
7. Where are you trying to connect from (home, school, work, etc.)? Home
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...) Will show both LW & Java version. Limewire 4.16.1 - Jave Version 1.6.0
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider)? AT&T
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 said "Your test worked!"
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up. I'm sharing the connection with a laptop (running windows XP) connected wirelessly. Other than that, I run Limewire by itself.
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. First time user
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? Oh Yeah 0_0 . I can still download!! although I'm concern if this brick wall is holding my connection back from getting a "turbo-charge" or if that's just a lime-wire pro feature. Also I must add that even though I see a brick wall , my downloads are pretty quick.

Thanks :]