WRT54GS Looses Connection.....

I have read the other threads about a similar problem, but the problem i am having is slightly different
My wireless router is attached to a cable modem, and broadcasts into my house on a secured connection. I have changed the network name from linksys to my own name.
My laptop always connects to my network without exception, and ignores the other 5+ wireless connections in the area, BUT there is one connection that when it is turned on, my computer insists on joining that unsecured network, and drops my connection.
The wired connection still works, so i can just switch between the two, although this kind of defeats the object of awireless router!
I have changed the channels, configured XP to ignore other networks but still the connection is dropped.
What do i need to do to ensure my laptop ignores the other conenction when it is turned on, and remains connected to my network at all times?
thanks and best regards
Chris
just to confirm, i have NOT updated any firmware in the router, and the router has been installed and working correctly for about 6-9 months now, and the problem has only recently started....: smileymad:
Message Edited by crispyburgers on 05-18-200707:39 AM

Open the network connections control panel. Select your wireless connection and right click on it. Open the properties. Click on the wireless network tab. Verify that the top check box is set, i.e. Windows configures the wireless. Also verify that in the list of preferred networks there is no network listed that you do not want to connect to.
Next press the Advanced button and verify that you only connect to access points and also that you do not connect automatically to non-preferred networks.

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