Well, here's the deal. I've tried everything that has been suggested and I still cant get the stupid thing to pass the TCP test. I used the tech guide which says to port forward my router, did that, I set the port triggering as well. Nothing. I went in and did the exceptions in my network connections. My fire wall is off, I enabled the upnp, I set the TCP and UDP in my network connections as well. Nothing. I dont know what else to do to get the program to pass the tcp test. I even disconnected the router and ran the cable straight to the compter and changed the ip address, nothing. If any tech savy individual can kindly walk me thorough this I would be most appreciative. Thanks in advance to any and all.

thank you for the assist, I'll try that. Your the only one who has replied. My router is a lynksys wrt54g v4. thanks again for the assist.