i have a compaq 6350us with a built on ethernet adapter and since version 3.8.1 i havent been able to recognize it. the knoppix boot screen says its there but the light on my router dosent light up. so i cnat send or reciev packets or any thing. i am moderately comfortable with linux.
If anyone can help it is really appreciated.

i have a comcast linksys router/cable modem