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Ok... this is strange. If there no information in IPCONFIG and yet there is no network adapter warning in device manager. It's like there is NO network adapter. Just check device manager, you can't see an installed one there right?
It's best that you upload both screen prints so I can see what you see (just a double check / second opinion)
It's also worthwhile for you to download the drivers from the manufactureres website for the network adapter. I'm guessing it isn't the same PC as the one in your specs, so please post your friends PC details. Mobo, etc.
Also check the bios to ensure that the network adapter is enabled there.
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Thanks for the welcome to Singapore, it is my home away from home. I'm looking forward to the move. :). You will see my flag change when I move, so then there will be two of us here. lol.