1st try deleting your LW preferences folder whilst LW is closed; instructions here: Fixes for Limewire
If that doesn't work then: Can you give us a total desciption of your set up:
1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98)
2. What firewalls you have? 3. ram? 4. HDD space available?
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.)
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers?
7. Where are you trying to connect from (home, school, work, etc.)?
8. What version of Limewire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...)
9. Who is your isp prider?