1. Remove all your versions of Java using the add/remove control panel. Then re-install the JRE 5.11
offline version
Archive: Download Java 2 Platform Standard Edition (J2SE) 5.0 Update 11
2. Then delete your LW prefs folder instructions here:
Point #3 in Fixes for Limewire (sample image included at bottom of page.)
3.
Windows Firewall - LimeWire set up your XP firewall as described.
4. Then re-install LW. Best to install the Offline installer version. That's the 2nd one you find on the download page.