8Plug in the speaker system power.

9Turn on the speaker system.

10After the speakers are connected to the PC, configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

•Type 3 connectors: See “Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 37.

•Type 6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 38.

•Type 6 connectors — multi-streaming: See “Configuring Audio Output with Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager” on page 41.

The following diagram shows a typical 5.1 audio installation:

INOUT

Connecting 7.1 (7 speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers

To connect two front speakers, two side speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output:

1Turn off the PC.

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2Connect the front speaker cable to the lime--green Audio Line Out connector on the back of your PC.

3Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector on the back of your PC.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options

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