linksys wrt54G shows 2 different network names

aem said:

I didn't realise you have an extender. So basically both routes were sending out wifi names. Good to know its solved.

I had initially set up ext. without protection...small spread out community. When I added the extender...well...that didn't work anymore and should have known that I'd have to enter my security line in that too. All is well and that extender really boost the signal for me. Now I want something for my 6.0 home phones. Thx and take care :)

Hello. I have this same problem that now I have my router set up encrypted, it shows (on 2 laptops in my house) there are 2 connections to the same profile. One of them can "not" be used. Like it is there along for the ride. So I select the other name and then enter my (long arsed) password and boom, it works. Why on earth are there 2 of the same network profiles? It has to be something to do with the Linksys router and the way I have something within, set up. Anyone?

Coming back on this thread, after some time and thought. I opened up my network connection a few days ago and noticed there was only the 1 network available of mine, as it should. If I go into the SSID and disable it within Linksys settings, should I still see this as an available network, or should it be invisible. I thought that is what SSID did.

Whatever the case, I have it disabled and I currently see my network on my laptop. (or could it be that is because I am connected to it?)