I hope this right place to ask but I can't set up my Xbox to connect to the network or the internet (Streamyx). I'm not a total noob at this so it's quite puzzling. I've tried a few times over the past few years but each time just gave up.

Can someone help me out with exact settings?

Xbox360 elite (not cracked, modded)

+ direct connect with cable to

D-link router/modem (connected to laptop via cable & wirelessly connected to 2 netbooks, wii, psp etc)
- model DSL-2640T (have to confirm)

I've tried all the tips from these forums and Google. Set Static IP/Dynamic IP. Set DNS, gateway. Set All auto. Nothing works.

And why can't it even get into the network? If I attach the cable to a previously unattached netbook is no problems.

For gold subscription, you can buy any region of Live card.
However, for points card, you need to buy accordingly to the region.

Yes...Mine is SG account, and yet I used the US gold subscription...I think the best deal currently would be http://www.maximuscards.com/...
but sometimes PA is cheaper...You just have to look everywhere for the best deal...