Ok, do this. Click start, and in the search bar, type msconfig and hit enter. Uncheck all entries in the startup tab and click on apply. Reboot and see if issue persists.
I FINALLY FIXED THE ISSUE!!! I'm guessing there was an issue with the Asus networking software that was installed when I installed the wireless card. I guess it had an overall conflict with the network. This program also was the reason why my network password and info wasn't being saved and I had to manually connect to the network each time I restarted.
I simply disabled the program from msconfig services, so now it is no longer an issue. I also would like to thank you very much for your time and effort for helping me out! Really appreciate it!