Hi JEWELZ,

First of all, can you please post your system details (click on link): System details - help us to help you -> Provide these details when you post!!!

Also, have you tried using any other Gnutella clients?
Are you trying to connect during peak times or off peak?
Do you have HughesNet security (includes Zone Alarm firewall)?

If you have been able to use LW in the past without a problem (with HughesNet) & depending on whether you're using LW 4 or LW 5, there are various fixes to try.
If LW 5 Will Not Connect

If LW 4 Will Not Connect