What is an SSID?
An SSID is a wireless network name. By default, most wireless routers and access points will broadcast the manufacturers name as the wireless network name or SSID. It is recommended that you change your wireless network name to something meaningful to you so that you can distinguish it from any other wireless networks nearby that may be using a wireless router or access point by the same manufacturer. Using the default SSID can result in networking problems when other wireless networks in the area are also using the default SSID from the same router manufacturer.

Why do I see more than one network name (SSID) listed?
During the wireless setup, when your device searches for wireless networks in the area, it will display the SSID or network name of any wireless networks that it finds. If you live close to other residences or businesses, you might see several SSIDs listed, which is why it is important that you use an SSID that is meaningful to you and that you use an encryption method to protect your network from unwanted access.

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