For those who can't connect

sfoulks2 · #**1901** (**permalink**) February 23rd, 2009

I am using Windows Vista, and I had Limewire 4.18 before it would no longer connect as I had updated my Norton Internet Security. I have recently updated Limewire to Limewire 5, but I still can not connect. I have been through all other solutions, such as uninstalling it, and changing my settings on Norton, but it still will NOT connect. What is wrong with it, and is there anything I can do? It's beginning to annoy me now, as I have had past problems with Limewire. Please get back to me as soon as possible please!

Lord of the Rings · #**1902** (**permalink**) February 23rd, 2009

Remove & re-add LW to Norton's exceptions.

Remove the Gnutella.net file from the preferences folder & delete that file. You can find LW prefs folder here http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html. You must do this whilst LW program is CLOSED ! LW will create a new gnutella.net file next time you open LW.

Also, disable performance options as described here: If LW Will Not Connect (click on the blue link)

SpecksTX · #**1903** (**permalink**) February 23rd, 2009

I made a video tutorial on this a while back on YouTube here: YouTube - Limewire won't connect - Vista and XP Fix and the step-by-step detailed tutorial is here: http://bluefaqs.com/?p=8 This has worked for hundreds of people according to text comments and has a 5 star rating after 10,000 views. There is a hidden limewire folder that must be deleted to allow the connection to take place. It's typically not going to be a firewall issue. Hope this helps you guys.

SpecksTX · #**1904** (**permalink**) February 23rd, 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-001

Does anyone have any advice on how to deal with the Limewire connection problem on Vista? I was able to connect with no problems for two years and now I can't get a connection to save my soul. All of my security programs are allowing it through, and I've used every troubleshooting recommendation I could find to no avail. It may be the clearing of the preferences thing that worked for so many of you, but Vista's documents and settings are rigged a bit differently then XP. There's a documents icon but no settings that I can find so I can't find the way to clear my limewire preferences. I'd be eternally greatful if anyone can help with this.

This YouTube video is specific to Vista users and will more than likely fix your problem: YouTube - Limewire won't connect - Vista and XP Fix and the step-by-step instructions are here: How To Get Limewire To Connect Vista and XP Users*|*BlueFAQs.com Hope this helps

Lord of the Rings · #**1905** (**permalink**) February 23rd, 2009

Nice suggestion, however it is all explained on the first page of this thread from 6 years ago.

And you don't think this says same thing? http://www.gnutellaforums.com/genera...der-vista.html that's been around for a couple years.

It really depends on whether people are willing to 'search' for answers. That's why we Sticky them at top of each section of the forums. But people are generally lazy, just come here, post their problem & want an instant answer. Forum rules mean little to many members & they see it as a bothersome window to scroll down from to make their first post. lol

Thank you SpecksTX

Don't take my comments the wrong way. Thank you for your constructive help.

lzwemmer · #**1906** (**permalink**) February 27th, 2009

I am working with Vista and I cannot find the comparable path for C:\doc and settings\....can anyone help?

birdy · #**1907** (**permalink**) February 27th, 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by lzwemmer

I am working with Vista and I cannot find the comparable path for C:\doc and settings\....can anyone help?

Check out Grandpa's advice here: LimeWire Pref Folder in Vista
Look in C:\Users\your username\AppData\Roaming\LimeWire (the prefs folder is named LimeWire & that's the one to delete).

wptyree · #**1908** (**permalink**) March 1st, 2009

Am running Windows XP sp3.
I shutdown lw. Located the lw preferences file and renamed it.
Started up LW and it is working fine.
Many Thanks!
wpt

turleyt · #**1909** (**permalink**) March 1st, 2009

thank you sdaswani. i am always ready to try something that sounds like it will work. i'll get back to you and let you know if it worked. Also a big thanks to GRANDPA for the backup on vista. thanks to both of you,

turleyt

turleyt · #**1910** (**permalink**) March 1st, 2009

thanks to you sdaswani and Grandpa, i am now back and connected to LW5.

turleyt

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