LInksys Broadband Router

Question

I have connected the Router to my PC okay. But when I try to connect my laptop - while the availability of the Router is recognised by my laptop - I am told that I need a password or access code to authorise connection. I have studied the instructions and re-installed several times but have not been able to obtain the code or password needed.
Thank you for any assistance you can give me.
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