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    Will I need a notebook soundcard?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by alvarez_joan, Apr 8, 2006.

  1. alvarez_joan

    alvarez_joan Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,
    I recently purchased a dell e1505 with a set of dell 5650 5.1 surround speakers. I haven't received my notebook yet, (expected in the next few days).. When i plug my surround speakers will i receive 5.1 surround sound or will i have to buy a notebook sound card like Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS??? I'm interested in 5.1 sound for games and movies..
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    alvarez_joan, Apr 8, 2006
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    Faire Notebook Consultant

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    Mmm... I guess your surround speakers got 3 cables to connect to the sound card.. when e1505 only got 1 input.. so you will get a 2.1 sound.
     
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    alvarez_joan Notebook Enthusiast

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    thanks, any suggestions on notebook soundcards or is Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS all there is?...a bit overpriced IMO
     
    alvarez_joan, Apr 8, 2006
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