I tried to log onto the given server and room and I wasn't able to get in.
irc.gamesurge.net
#vmkforums

Is this up or Down ?

Try irc.us.gamesurge.net as the server instead.

Wyn is right, in any case, here's a picture of what ur settings on mIRC(if using).. should look like in 'servers'.. kk:

http://img.****************/albums/v220/Firstpcs/picture.gif