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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 December 18th, 2007
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Angry Connection Problem

I have had a MAJOR connection problem since purchasing LimeWirePro. I have done EVERYTHING that has been suggested by the support center. I have undone my firewall, adjusted my exceptions and still no connection. I have NEVER had a problem when it was free. I signed up in November and have not been able to connect since..If there is anyone that is able to help me, because LimeWire has not, please let me know.
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See if your ISP is in this thread somewhere:
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...-limewire.html

And please answer these questions please, as it will help us identify your problem better:
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...-you-post.html
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Old December 18th, 2007
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I am computer illiterate. an ISP is the internet service provider right? i have typical comcast. I did not see it on the list.
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Comcast does filter Bit torrent, but that's a different story... Please answer the questions.
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Default limewire connection problem for mac PLEASE help

Hi everyone. I am really mad right now. I have just installed Limewire 4.12.11 and everything was going smoothly...until I click "search". It doesnt show ANYTHING and i think its because i dont have a good connection but my internet connection is EXCELLENT
Here are the facts:
-The brick is on the world
-1 of 5 red bars are green
-I HAVE A *MAC* LAP TOP
-USA
-I have used Limewire before, just not on THIS computer.
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Old December 30th, 2007
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Default Limewire Connection Help

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Originally Posted by koolkatie808 View Post
Hi everyone. I am really mad right now. I have just installed Limewire 4.12.11 and everything was going smoothly...until I click "search". It doesnt show ANYTHING and i think its because i dont have a good connection but my internet connection is EXCELLENT
Here are the facts:
-The brick is on the world
-1 of 5 red bars are green
-I HAVE A *MAC* LAP TOP
-USA
-I have used Limewire before, just not on THIS computer.

PLEASE HELP ME>..... THANKS
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Old December 31st, 2007
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Originally Posted by koolkatie808 View Post
Hi everyone. I am really mad right now. I have just installed Limewire 4.12.11 and everything was going smoothly...until I click "search". It doesnt show ANYTHING and i think its because i dont have a good connection but my internet connection is EXCELLENT
Here are the facts:
-The brick is on the world
-1 of 5 red bars are green
-I HAVE A *MAC* LAP TOP
-USA
-I have used Limewire before, just not on THIS computer.
I have the exact same problem on a macbook pro, running os x 10.4.11, I've tried deleting the preferences folder, installing multiple versions, and turning off the firewall all to no avail.

Any help would be greatly appreciated, and thanks to all in advance.
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Old December 31st, 2007
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Try this, it worked for me;

1. Open up 'System Preferences'
2. In 'Internet & Network', open 'Sharing'.
3. Select the 'Firewall' tab (your Firewall should be on)
4. Select 'New...'
5. From the 'Port Name' drop down box, select 'Gnutella/LimeWire'
6. Select 'OK'
7. Restart your LimeWire application.

Oh, and this is for users running Mac OS X version 10.4... If you're not running this then you'll have to do a little more digging =/

Good luck and hope you all get Limewire running soon ^_~
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Default to wacky thanks for help :[

thanks so much for your help
BUT
when i go to sharing on my lap top i do not have any tabs that say fire wall anywhere
do you know of another place i could look for firewall tab in?
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Quote:
Originally Posted by koolkatie808 View Post
Hi everyone. I am really mad right now. I have just installed Limewire 4.12.11 and everything was going smoothly...until I click "search". It doesnt show ANYTHING and i think its because i dont have a good connection but my internet connection is EXCELLENT
-I have used Limewire before, just not on THIS computer.
koolkatie808 if the fix by wacky doesn't work try this link provided by sdaswani (for those who cant connect) if this doesn't work pse read the sticky threads on page 1 - these are working aids/guides designed by some very clever people on this forum to help you re-connect -- if after going through these fixes your problems remain pse post your system details here
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Limewire links: (If LW 5 will not connect) (If LW 4 will not connect)(system details) (LW Clean Reinstallation Instructions) (setting up your firewall to accept LW)

LW links are changed at times to match the current problems.

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