First off, may I suggest you get an actual username? That is assuming you aren't just another troll (we get a lot), which I don't believe you to be, and plan on staying around on the forums. (Be warned: if you ARE a troll, the Dawg will devour your soul, and then ban you.)
Anyway, have you tried Microsoft's website? They probably have an FAQ or troubleshooting section, or a help line you can call.
I hear ya. I couldn't get my Atari 2600 "live" connected either! What a crybaby. Try playing ET. Worse video game ever! By the way, does anyone know there were "adult" games for the Atari 2600? One in particular insulted women in general and Native Americans in particular. It was called Custer's Revenge.