1. OS version? Vista
2. What firewalls you have? Windows
3. How much ram? 2GB
4. Hard Disk space available? 113GB
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.) DSL
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? Belkin 7231-4
7. Where are you trying to connect from (house, appartment complex, school, student accomodation, work, etc.)? House
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...) Will show both LW & Java version. 4.12.11 1.6.0
9. Who is your ISP provider (Internet Service Provider)? SBC
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? 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. experienced
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? YES


I have forwarded ports for the router. Gotten rid of McAfee, changed the ports. It stays at connecting and then says needs more sources. I have tried numerous different files all with the same result. A bit ridiculous really. I am losing hope here. Any suggestions.