Newer version has been a pain for many users due to changes in preferences & download locations.
1. Try deleting your LW Preferences folder whilst LW is
closed; instructions here:
Point #2 & 3 in Fixes for Limewire (sample image included at bottom of page.)
2.
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/window...downloads.html
3.
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/connec...t-connect.html