How do i get rid of network cable unplugged icon in the taskbar

hello
can anyone tell me how to get rid of the network icon in the taskbar. It refuses to leave when ever i disconnect from a network. its alright when im connected but i when i disconnect from it, the icon gets a red cross against it and says the network cable is unplugged
any suggestions? and no i dont want to disable the network card

 

Wiz, here you go, Do you hate that "Local Area Connection A network cable is unpluged" or MSN-Messenger icon in your System Tray and want to get rid of that ?

Right Click on "Start" Menu
Click "Properties" Tab
Click "Taskbar" Tab
Click "Hide inactive icons" if not Checked
Click on "Customize" Button
Click the Notification item you want to change under Current Items
Select "Always Hide" behaviour under the Behavior column

Click "Ok" and then click "Apply ".