Since I tend to search for obscure files, I know the problem. We're all at the mercy of factors such as whether anyone even is hosting files we want, whether they are on-line, whether they are connected to our 5 ultrapeers, whether the same file has multiple names/variations so LW lists them as different files.

Pro allows you to connect to 5 ultrapeers thus increasing your chances to beat those odds. But sometimes stuff's that's tough to get. I'd suggest getting Pro. But you can also try some tricks like changing your list of ultrapeers... soing a search... and if nothing shows up, delete that list and try again. That can be done by going to VIEW. In SHOW/HIDE click on CONNECTIONS. This will open up a new tab showing the ultrapeers you're connected to. Right click on each and there will be a delete option. Since they regenerate quicky I'd advise using the Messages I/O column since it's easier to keep track of the ones you have yet deleted. They'll have the biggest numbers.

On rereading your post I see you're having a connection source problem more than a file source problem. Some UPs don't perform as well as others. So I'd still recommend trying to delete your list and trying again.