Running LimeWire on Vista
 

I just installed LimeWire Pro 4.13.0 on Windows Vista Ultimate x64. I first tried installing by just clicking on the installer and it hung on installing Java.

I then went to the Java site and downloaded Java 6 x64 version and again tried installing LimeWire once again the LimeWire installer tried to install Java and hung.

I then went back to the Java site and installed Java 6 JRE (32 bit) using the offline installer. I then tried installing LimeWire it installed without any Problems.

When I started LimeWire it showed a firewall in front of the globe and only connected to 2 host. I then checked the windows firewall and made sure it was allowed in the exceptions which it was.

I then configured my router for both port forwarding and upnp forwarding the globe disappeared and I got a turbo connection. I then did a search for a large file and started Downloading a file 200 MB file within 2 minutes I had 10 connections and I am currently downloading the file at 150 KB/s 50% done in 7 minutes so LimeWire works fine with Vista. :idea: :xirokrotima:

You can get Java 6 at the link below.

http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp

Thanks For The Info
 

First of all...Thank You SOOOO Much for the useful information, I finally got limewire to install and connect. Only one problem limewire looks like a really really old version of limewire when I open it. What should I do??
The graphics are terrible and the font is very very small... :confused:

I just went through the process described above and yoohoo, LimeWire on Vista Ultimate x64 with Aero. Yeah baby...

I jsut got a new computer yesterday and DL limewire just fine. Problem is that when I open limewire, it states that it's waiting for a connection and that I may be behind a firewall. Fine, I've tried to clear that issue up in McAfee by having it recognize the port and make an exception for limewire.

Also - it kills my internet connection when it's open so that I can't surf the web. Any clues how to fix this?

If you want to use LimeWire you will need to uninstall McAfee or try the fixes for McAfee in the link below.

http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showpo...2&postcount=44

Thanks chepartner. I'll give 'er a try tonight when I get home. Hoefully this will resolve the issue.

Does this mean though, that I won't have a firewall? Are there any security concerns there?

Thanks!

You can use the Vista Firewall. I have not looked to see if Zone Alarm has a Vista compatible firewall or not. But if they do they have a very good product and it is free.

Hiya, Im from the uk, I have no mcafrees or any other firewall apart from windows one on my system. I downloaded the new beta version of limewire.. It all works fine and and installed fine. But the only problem is, is the download speed is so slow. The globe on limewire has a firewall infront of it but i have told windows firewall to allow limewire.

I have homehub router/modem. You suggested to allow your router to allow limewire. But i dont know how to do this..

I also have new java installed so is not that either..

My harddrive also goes mad with buzzing noices everytime i download a song from limewire as if its working in overdrive, Even though its brandnew pc and only a day old.

Could someone tell me step by step how to config my router and firewall.

Thankyou

And zonealarm have not updated there software yet to run on vista.

I am having the problem now after i got limewire installed it is taking forever to download songs..Im on satelite internet...New pc just bought the 1st of feb with vista on it...I dont know how to do the router can you pleaseeeee help meeeeeee.. I have java downloaded

JAVA 6 JRE solution for Vista 32-bit
 

Very helpful thread. Limewire working on VISTA 32-bit after installing JAVA 6 JRE.

limewire and vista
 

I had limewire downloaded onto my vista and it was running & downloading music the last time I used it, now it isn't. any ideas? it says I have a firewall but I have allowed access to limewire.When it does this, I can't surf the internet, it just hangs there.I have to re start my computer to surf the net and leave limewire off.

Im ready to kill myself. Ive been trying to install limewire for the past 4 days and i still can't figure it out. I downloaded java, and it finalyl got past the sources bit and it hasn't disconnected my internet. but now it says (when i start LW up) and it says it has encountered a fatal error and is usually corrupted by installation. i looked under review and most of it is java. can someone please help me? I leave for england tomorrow and i need some more music for my ipod. thanks guys.

Try downloading Java JRE 6 using the offline installer....

http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp

windows vista home premium
 

I need to know how to install limewire on my computer which has windows vista home premium. I seem to have nothing but windows problems when I install limewire. This is not limewire pro mind you.
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Install Java 6 first use the (Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6u1) and use the offline installer

http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp

Limewire and McAfee
 

I too have had heaps of problems installing Limewire over the last week. My OS is Vista Premium and I assumed that it was a conflict between Limewire and Vista. I have read many comments in many forums and tried numerous things.

I contacted McAfee and they advised me to uninstall the spam killer and privacy service, which I did, and then I downloaded limewire again (and it actually worked from the online installer!) limewire is now working fine. :idea:

HELP
 

can sumone help me with more detail on how to download limewire to vista....cause i tired with whts up to and went to differernt threads and i just need more details of wht to download from java site and how to do sum of this stuff..thanks

princess318,

The current version of LW works with Vista. The problem most people are having is is that LW won't work with Mcafee on Vista. So if you have McAfee installed on your pc, you'll need to uninstall it for LW to work. Replace it with AVG free Or try what LeeLee80 did:Then d/load and install Java 6, the one called (Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6u1) using the offline installer http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp

Then d/load and install LW using the offline installer: http://www.limewire.com/english/content/download.shtml

I'd love to do what LeeLee80 did, but when I open Add/Remove only McAfee security center shows up. So, then I try to see what's in Securtiy Center by opening up the program and it shows I have Personal Firewall, Virus Scan, and Security Center....go figure on what to do next...

Go to start>Control Panel>Programs and Features and uninstall the services that are creating the problem. Or completely uninstall McAfee and install Avast.

http://www.avast.com/eng/download-avast-home.html

I then configured my router for both port forwarding and upnp forwarding the globe disappeared and I got a turbo connection. I then did a search for a large file and started Downloading a file 200 MB file within 2 minutes I had 10 connections and I am currently downloading the file at 150 KB/s 50% done in 7 minutes so LimeWire works fine with Vista

how did you do that last part?

worked for me...
 

I just bought a new laptop with Vista on it. I had to use the offline installer on Limewire's site to get it to download, it would get stuck right after the download began normally. My problem is that it will not connect to the network, and my internet quits working as well yet I have all my bars on the wireless connection....What can I do?
edit: i'll go back through all the previous posts, I just zipped to the end to post..sorry.

Alright, I reread and tried this and so far it has worked for both IE and LW. Thanks!

Hellp! =D
 

umm.. i followed what you said and its loading and working, all exept after i typed in my search it never came up with any results and it doesnt come up with any sources:yikes: im not particularly a computer whizz, but iv tried everything! help would be very much apprechiated :D

thanks a bunch

hugggs and more huggss!
xxxx

Check and see if you have the lisence warning ticked...
Go to Tools > options > Searcing > Lisence Warning and make sure the box is not ticked and select apply...

hmm
 

i dont know what i did wrong. that didnt work either...:(:(

That's ok...I need to have a look at what is going on...Can you supply these details please...
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...-you-post.html

hmm alrighty.
 

heres what i can get :D

1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98)
Vista home edition
2. What firewalls you have?
idk how to find that out..
3. How much ram?
4. Hard Disk space available?
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.)
cable
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers?
7. Where are you trying to connect from (house, appartment complex, school, student accomodation, work, etc.)?
student, 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.
i followed what grandpa said
9. Who is your ISP (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?

Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage


Most likely causes:

• <LI id=causeNotConnected>You are not connected to the Internet. <LI id=causeSiteProblem>The website is encountering problems.
• There might be a typing error in the address.

What you can try:

Diagnose Connection Problems

More information


11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up.
its just the cable from outlet to computer
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user.
first try, had it on a mac, but not vista. im a new vista person
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface?
yep.
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 sorry..i have no idea what this is..
15. What security programs are you using (antivirus etc)? Some people might not be aware that their security suite includes a firewall http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...lies/smile.gif
we have nortons
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).
USA

Ok because you are in student accomodation do you have a little black box hooked up to your computer that connects you to the internet ??

yep. its blue :D and the cable comes out of that, and into the computer. my internet works fine for everything else (obvioulsy inm on this)

That's cool...Can you have a look underneath it and tell me the make and model number for it...;)

hehe no problem. sorry for trouble im completely computer illiterate :D
Westell.
Versa Link Model 327W

Your Modem/Router has a Nat Firewall within, so by port forwarding it, it should then allow limewire through...

These are your instructions...
This one is for Westell Versalink 327W
Port Forwarding for the Westell Versalink 327W

This one is for Westell Versalink-327W
Port Forwarding for the Westell Versalink 327W

Just check the instructions to see which one is yours...The difference being the -

Easy Fix for Vista and Limeware