
March 14th, 2006
|
 | ContraBanned | | Join Date: June 30th, 2004 Location: Middle of the ocean apparently (middle earth)
Posts: 684
| |
Both you & the other person need to be properly configured in regards to firewalls or else direct connect won't work. Also, you both need to have available both upload & downld slots & bandwidth at that time.
Do this test: Bug Report instructions & sample image Is the result True/False?
If false, then it shows you're firewalled. This is usually also reflected by a brick wall in front of a globe icon at the bottom of LW.
Make sure your software firewall is configured to allow LW full access. Also make sure UPnP (universal plug & play) is enabled on your modem/router. If your device does not have this ability then most likely manual port forwarding is required (this does not apply to dial up users.) Instructions for all of these are here: Connection problems? Check here first! (click on link)
More on direct connecting here How to use Magnet Links & Direct Connect. BTW magnet links is a good way to send files to a friend. Once they start downlding such a file, you can both browse each other. Browse works best if Chat is enabled (Tools>Options>Chat) |