If the basic version of LW is not working properly for you then the pro version will not improve it. It sounds like you have some basic problems.

Make sure your firewall is properly configured to allow LW full access: http://www.limewire.com/english/content/firewalls.shtml (click on link for instructions!)

* After opening LW wait 10 to 20 mins before using. Let it settle down 1st.

* Choose files from your search results that have 3 or 4 stars & have many sources listed under the # column.

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?

Can you give us a total desciption of your set up:
1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98)
2. What firewalls you have?
3. How much ram?
4. Hard Disk 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...) Will show both LW & Java version.
9. Who is your isp provider?