connection problems. i need help.
 

1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98) windows xp
2. What firewalls you have? Norton Protection Center, and windows firewall
3. How much ram?448
4. Hard Disk space available?57.6 GB
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) SiS 900-Based PCI Fast Ethernet
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers?
7. Where are you trying to connect from (home, school, work, etc.)??????
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...) Will show both LW & Java version. LW=4.12.11 java=1.5.0_10
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider)?????
10. Do this simple test for us. Using your browser go here: http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ The page should say 'Your test worked!'. What happens when you go there? your test worked
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up.
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. first time user
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? yes. i have five bars and it connects i think.

Do you use an external modem/router (that plugs into the computer or that you connect to wirelessly)?
Where are you using LW (house, school, student accommodation, apartment complex)?
Who is your ISP (what company do you pay for your internet use)?