here's my system:

01: Os version? Vista
02: firewalls: all turned off (don't show a brickwall either on the globe)
03: ram: 2GB
04: hd avab: 200+GB
05: connection? cable
06: modem type: scientific atlanta
07: connecting from the house
08: Version of limewire & Java: 4.14.10 and java 6.0.20.6
09: ISP provider: TimeWarner
10: test: passed
11: sharing connection? no
12: 1st try with LW or new problem with previous user? 1st try
13: Do you see a brick wall in front of the world icon? not now
14: How is your modem/router set up? Not sure how it's set up
15: Security programs with firewalls? windows and norton (both are currently off) look at question 13
16: Country? usa