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    Using 5.1 speaker in a laptop?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by sa_ill, Mar 1, 2008.

  1. sa_ill

    sa_ill Notebook Deity

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    Hey
    I own an Asus A8Js
    I am looking for speakers.
    Is it possible to use 5.1 speakers on my laptop?
    If not, which are the best 2.1 speakers I can buy? I am looking for audiophile quality speakers at about $100 price range.
     
    sa_ill, Mar 1, 2008
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  2. Luke1708

    Luke1708 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    google for 5.1 channel usb sound card...i was searching one for myself..but i the decided that preferred listening music on my desktop
     
    Luke1708, Mar 1, 2008
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  3. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    You can use an external sound card, because ti doesn't look like the A8Js has an optical output.
     
    Johnny T, Mar 1, 2008
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  4. Lil Mayz

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    You can use an S/PDIF or Optical Output for a 5.1 system. The normal 3.5mm Audio Jack won't do the job as it only transmits Stereo sound. If you do not have an Optical or S/PDIF output, which probably you do not on your Asus, you'll have to buy something like a Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi which slots into your express card slot, and simply replaces your existing, internal sound card. It is a bit on the expensive side, but it really is worth every penny. They should ship to UAE, but if not, it would be easier to buy one from a PC store in Dubai.

    I highly recommend NOT buying a USB sound card. The transfer rates are far lower than express card, and as a result of this, performance is likely to suffer.

    http://asia.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=1&subcategory=208&product=16642
     
    Lil Mayz, Mar 1, 2008
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    D3X the robo know it all

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    Just know with that expresscard your going to need a $20 dongle which connects to it and allows you to connect your 5.1 speakers. Center, Right & lleft, Back Left Right And Sub. :)
     
    Jaycee8980, Mar 1, 2008
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  7. sa_ill

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    thanks for the input people!
     
    sa_ill, Mar 9, 2008
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