Problem with Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless Router

My ipod sees the linksys wireless connection, it has a lock icon but doesn't ask for the Shared Key i have the security set to WAP, why is this?

Welcome to the Linlsys Forums, please follow the steps below to gain access to your Wireless Network.
Step 1
 Tap on the "Settings" icon.
Step 2
 Select "WiFi" from the menu.
Step 3
 Slide the "WiFi" tab to the "On" position.
Step 4
 A selection of wireless networks will appear below. If the network has a lock icon next to it, then you will need the password for that network in order access it. If there is no lock icon, then that connection is public, and you will be able to access it.
Step 5
 Click on the network that you want to access, and the ipod will connect to that network whenever you are in its range. Remember that a password might be needed to gain access to that network.
Note: If you are sure that you are within a wireless network range, but do not see it when you access the WiFi menu, you can manually enter the access information by clicking on the "Other" tab.
Have a nice day and I hope this helped.

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