YouTube how to for SmartRG SR350N as I guessed as is the case with a lot of routers about the default log-in details. Or SmartRG SR350N Access Control Passwords Router Screenshot - PortForward.com
You most likely do not want to fiddle with the security settings, however this should at least show you how to log in. (If there is any port forward or UPnP option then it will probably be within the Advanced menu section.)
According to this Router Screenshots for the SmartRG SR350N - PortForward.com there is a UPnP section. Check it to be sure it is enabled. If it's not then that is probably at least part of your problem solved. If it was already enabled, then (there does not appear to be port forwarding option from what I can see) see the port triggering section which is comparable to port forwarding but only opens a port(s) when the application opens (WireShare will use one port for Gnutella and a different port or range of ports for Torrents.) If you use 'Port Triggering' you will also need to change WireShare's settings for listening port from UPnP to port forward and add the equivalent port number(s).

Keep in mind Windows XP has its own software firewall. You should check your Control Panel -> Firewall to see if WireShare has an exception rule. If not, use the Add program exception option and find the WireShare program in the option it gives you.

I would tend to confir with ukbob's response about possible ISP bandwidth shaping aimed at p2p file-sharing. Looks like your torrents are also affected for speed, so if the ISP is targetting file-sharing, they might be targetting multiple file-sharing protocols.
But also check your upload settings in WireShare.

It is possible to transfer files on gnutella network without being connected. Connection is definitely required for searching. Over the years I've seen uploads & downloads occur whilst disconnected. Torrent transfers can occur because torrents use a different file-sharing protocol for connecting. Connection to torrent trackers (and seeders) is all that's required for torrents.

Note: if you also installed the Hostiles with WireShare (this is recommended), it would be a good idea to switch to standard 'Light', not the total Japanese block.
You can force WireShare to use a fresh connection file simply by deleting the gnutella.net file from the Application Data\WireShare folder but WireShare must be closed whilst you do this. You can easily access it via using the "Run..." tool from Start menu & copy-paste in
%appdata%\WireShare

As far as hosts co-sharing a particular file, WireShare does not necessarily list all the hosts. This is something rather strange in the LimeWire-5 re-coding of how the search results are displayed.

I'd be curious if you could connect using Phex. (Note: Phex does not have UPnP support.)

When my old modem started to act flakey, that is when I installed the SmartRG modem/router. The Service tech "updated" the router when it was installed and told me that the speed would double. I should have known that they have a lock on the router and the password; and were going to throttle down the bandwidth.

So,with all the problems that ensued, I took the SmartRG modem/router off and replaced it with the old XAVI Tech modem that I had repaired. I Put my old routers in the system and then WireShare and eMule magically started working again. But, there was a big problem with getting DNS addresses through their server. I had to disable both p2p programs and reset the modem in order to be able to use the internet for anything else. THEN I noticed that the rat basturds had gotten into my router(s) and remapped the IP addresses. WHY? They even managed to change the passwords on MY Routers. I reset everything and then had to re-program the routers. (BACKUP, BACKUP,BACKUP) Now three hours later, I am back up to speed (with more intense passwords)
If they mess with me again, I'll change Providers.

Anybody know if the Satellite ISP vendors are throttling down p2p bandwidth?

Hi again deadlyhead

You know the trouble with some ISPs is they like messing with your modem/router, whether they have supplied it or not, and changing your settings to something they like.

I had an ISP, which no longer exist, that without warning changed my IP addresses around and so cutting off my NAS from my network. I first thought that my NAS was not working until I did a comprehensive check and found that my IP addresses were messed up. I then had to do a lot of work remapping my windows explorer onto the shares (directories) on my NAS.

I also found that changes were made to my windows O/S settings, more network features were enabled than I would normally like, in other words I believe it made my PC less secure.

I am now with a new ISP that can do their network updates without screwing with my IP addresses or trying to hack my PC.


UK Bob

Called the ISP help desk in the middle of the night and talked to the tech. (these guys are lonelier than a Maytag repairman) After a few minutes talking to him he confirmed that the newer router has had a software upgrade that will block most normal p2p ports. He gave me a couple to try to use with the old modem. The first set of ports worked for a couple of months, then red lights again. Tried the next one on the list and back up. They now block me about one every 6 to 10 weeks. I just move on to other ports and then back in service. If my list ever goes bad, another midnight call should get me more.