One more time, please confirm so I'm sure I understand
You can ping 64.233.169.99 and receive four replies with no (0) loss but entering that same address into the address bar of IE9 will not bring up a google search page? Is that correct??
Reboot the computer into safemode with networking (tapping the F8 key as the machine is restarting) check your ability to browse by clicking the StartOrb->All Programs->Accessories->System Tools->Internet Explorer (No Addons).
Any change?
correct, pings 4, 4 with 0 lost. no google home page when typing into browser
in safe mode, both ie and mozilla work fine.