firewall problem
 

I have used limewire before with no problems but now I am behind a firewall and can't connect even with the firewall off . I have windows vista premeium and norton 360 on my hp system . I have limewire on my allowed programs list and have deleted and re allowed to no availe . What can I do any help appreciated

Ensure that you only have 1 firewall - disable windows vista firewall. If you have upgraded your LW version you will have to reconfigure your nortons to allow LW full access again. If you still cant connect ---
In Limewire Links (below) click on (If LW will not connect) and go through these fixes -- if still no good click on (Fixes for LW when LW isn't operating as it should) if after all this your problem remains click on (system details) fill in and post back here

Hi, I have tried everything! Nothing is working and LW still says it has detected a firewall. Here's some info.

1. OS version? Windows 2000
2. What firewalls you have? Not sure, just windows security centre?
3. How much ram? Not sure but computer is fairly new
4. Hard Disk space available? Not sure but computer is fairly new
5. Connection type? Broadband
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? D-LINK ADSL Router DSL502T
7. Where are you trying to connect from HOUSE
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? LW 4.18.2 JAVA 1.6.0 02
9. Who is your ISP (Internet Service Provider)? Xtra (NZ)
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? Test worked
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up. NO
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. Used LW on same computer a few years ago no issues (have reinstalled since problems started)
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? _ click here to see Sample image 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)? Some people might not be aware that their security suite includes a firewall :) Standard winows
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).
New Zealand
HELP! Thanks

I'm in the same boat, I've used Limewire before and it worked fine, but all of a sudden I have a firewall issue.

The Windows Firewall (XP) is off and the Norton Firewall has Limewire set to allow.

Any help would be appreciated!

Works now, thanks all!!

In Limewire Links (below) click on (If LW will not connect) and go through these fixes -- if still no good click on (Fixes for LW when LW isn't operating as it should) let us know how you get on

In Limewire Links (below) click on (If LW will not connect) and go through these fixes -- if still no good click on (Fixes for LW when LW isn't operating as it should) if after all this your problem remains click on (system details) fill in and post back here

If you've updated your LW & suddenly can't connect, then try these two things first:

1. Try deleting your LW Preferences folder whilst LW is closed; instructions here: Point #2 & 3 in Fixes for Limewire (sample image included at bottom of page.) _____ VISTA users see http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html


2. http://www.gnutellaforums.com/318253-post2.html

Hey, I'm running XP, with Intel p4, high speed dial up wired to my Lynx router, for home. I up'd from, I think LW 4.14 To 4.81.2. I think I have firewall issues w/ my Symantec; It never seems to stream hits. When I looked into adding exceptions I got lost somehow-- Am I going in the right direction

User Cant Connect - LimeWire

* Configuring Norton Internet Security

Reconfiguring Norton Firewall

If you are on dial up then you should disable all LW's performance options. Also use manual connect is wiser for your type of connection. Dial up may take ages to connect sometimes, even up to 30 mins.

Sharing on dial up is very difficult. Getting hits might be small. Many people block out dial up search results due to difficulty in downloading from them. With dial up you are using the same bandwidth maximum for upload & download combined, they are not separate.