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    Notebook soundcard 5.1?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Niklas Snygg, Sep 4, 2008.

  1. Niklas Snygg

    Niklas Snygg Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi.

    I need a soundcard for my sony vaio fz 4000. Would you recomend one through the express card slot, like this one: http://www.soundblaster.com/products/product.asp?category=1&subcategory=208&product=16642

    Or rather one through the usb like this one:
    http://www.soundblaster.com/products/product.asp?category=1&subcategory=205&product=9103

    Question, does the usb hugh up my cpu and ram recources? Does the express card fit in my 34 slot, when the card displayed is a 54?

    What is the best choice in your oppinon?

    Thanks for answeres.
     
    Niklas Snygg, Sep 4, 2008
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  2. miro_gt

    miro_gt Notebook Deity

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    people who have used the X-Fi express slot card respond positively about it. So I'd say go for it.
     
    miro_gt, Sep 4, 2008
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