Laptop connectivity issues, need some help please!

[QuikSsurfer]

Originally Posted by MTG#10

^^^Ive tried that man, I said so in my OP.

I finally found my wireless network adapter in device manager after going to View>show hidden devices. When I check the properties it says its currently not installed. WTF

Remove the device from Device Manager - right click and uninstall it (don't just disable it). Reboot your machine - it should automatically pick the driver back up and install. If not, your wifi card/on-board may be toast.

Not the end of the world -- you could easily pick up a min-usb wifi adapter for under $20. Sucks to give up a USB port for that but if the device isn't in warranty - might help.