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| Connection Problems Problems getting the LimeWire or WireShare program connecting to the Gnutella network.
(not about connecting to files, that is a Download/Upload Problems section issue.) Please supply system details as described in the forum rules.
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February 2nd, 2007
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 Connection Paradox Appears others have no problem uploading from me---connection bars are "turbocharged".....but for no apparent reason, I CAN NO LONGER DOWNLOAD!!! Tried all the "connection" fixes I could find....when it occured to me that I already AM connected. If I wasn't, the bars wouldn't be "green" blah, blah. Windows XP, LW 4.126 Java 1.5.0, and little brick wall in front (Firewall on) even when I totally turn off Windows firewall and all other firewalls I think I have. Plenty of memory, direct cable connection....when I upgraded a few weeks ago everything was perfect. Then POW! I'm suddenly only a 'source' for others....and my downloads all say "searching...", "need more sources".....any ideas? Wrote LW tech support....alas, no response. Thanks in advance Melissa in Maine   |
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February 2nd, 2007
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 You are not alone!!! I have the same problem. I am completely connected but nothing will download.  It also happened shortly after I upgraded. Before that, I didnt have any problems with LimeWire. Someone please HELP!!! |
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February 2nd, 2007
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| I have a 'fair' connection, also no files appear to download. I am a Limewire Pro user and just within the past 2 weeks have had this problem. Also, could not log on to Limewire tech support because my e-mail address was not recognized. Any suggestions? |
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February 2nd, 2007
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| ...Yeah! So it's NOT just me! Are the rest of you noticing that other people are easily uploading from you while you can't download? I opened the "monitor" tab and found lots of grinning, green smiley faces from all the users who are happily downloading my stuff. Must be nice.....  |
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February 7th, 2007
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 It's Working!!! Well, I've been on here everyday(since my LW wasnt working  )and I finally found the answer! MaMa, I know exactly how you feel. I hope this works for you also. 1. Make sure LW is completely closed 2. Follow the link 3. Click on "Audio" (upper-left corner) 4. Click on one of the songs 5. It will open LW for you and start downloading the song, along with any others you had stuck on "Connecting......" I couldn't believe it!!! I dont know how it fixed my problem, but I'm not complaining. Hope it helps everyone else. |
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February 9th, 2007
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 Say again???? Hey, "Boo": So excited to see a suggestion to my dilemma but get this: it has taken me 2 DAYS just to access this forum!!!!!! First, the whole LW issue....then, Gnutella "down" (at least for me). Maybe I should just go back to paper, pencil and vinyl records OK-got your message, read it, so glad it worked but I have NO idea what you are telling me to do. Get totally out of LW......got it. Then, follow the link??????  Could you be a tad more detailed? What link?Waiting patiently (or as patiently as is possible at this point)- Thanks Mamakin4 in a rather brisky Maine  |
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February 10th, 2007
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| Mamakin Here's a Link that should help you, If it solves your problem, Post and confirm that it worked, That will help other people with the same Problem. http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showth...176#post154176 Peace.
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February 10th, 2007
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| All of you guys will have to supply these details as some of you have firewall issues and i bet some of you have ISP issues as well.... System details - help us to help you Also fake files could be your problem.... Fake files in search results
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February 10th, 2007
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Must be just me....  Thanks for the link, mickjapa: read through all the posts and followed Lord's instructions....no cigar. Still don't get why others are happily uploading from me yet I can't seem to get a decent connection to download.......GRANDPA: re: laundry list of information you suggest......in case any of the LW STAFF is monitoring this site: ........I sent LW "support" an email with all the info you list (except speed test, whatever that is). Got their "you'll hear from us...", automatic reply. Guess my hearing isn't that good as I've yet to get that response. Sorry for the obvious sarcasm traced with frustration......directed at LW, not you.Here goes: Windows XP, tons of memory, dsl/cable modem (Webstar), Lynksys router, from home, LW 4.12.6 Pro, Java 1.5.0, TimeWarner Road Runner ISP..... Did I mention I paid 60 bucks or so for FROSTWIRE (and their "accessories) after this started? Same problem, not to mention that FW appears to be a mere a LW clone, except its colors are blue and white. Called FW's "live" support re: problem.....he told me: "only download one song at a time"...."must use download arrow, not double click".....had me do an audio search for "love" and pick a song. *******'s "********"....ice age thawed quicker than that song was coming in. His comment? "Sometimes its busy" and lots of "really sorry you are having this troubles"...call back if you need assistance. Called back...credit me with FULL refund please.......still waiting for that confirmation  Sorry for the rant......just that it worked fine before then WHAM! Just quit (downloading....again, people seem to be uploading just fine!?) Maybe its a lunar thing, a conspiracy or just me. Go figure.  __________________________________________________ Edited to comply with the House Rules. Warez, copyright violation, or any other illegal activity may NOT be linked or expressed in any form. Last edited by birdy; February 10th, 2007 at 01:04 PM. |
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February 10th, 2007
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| So Sorry everyone Sorry about my last post, here's the update: 1. Make sure LW is completely closed 2. Follow the link http://www.magnetmix.com 3. Click on "Audio" (upper-left corner) 4. Click on one of the songs 5. It will open LW for you and start downloading the song, along with any others you had stuck on "Connecting......" I couldn't believe it!!! I dont know how it fixed my problem, but I'm not complaining. Hope it helps everyone else. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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