Boston Acoustics Computer Speakers no sound

We have a Gateway system that came with the Boston surround sound system. We had to replace the motherboard which I believe had the sound card included. The tech. installed a compatible one. Now the speakers will not work. Where can we purchase an external sound card for these speakers, if this is our problem? slightly confussed and frustrated - thanks

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This speaker system requires a digital audio input, which most older systems don't have. The sound card that was built into your Gateway can put out either a digital or analog signal depending on how you have it set. Chances are your new sound card might be able to output in digital mode as well, but you may have to turn it on manually. Try double-clicking your volume icon in your system tray, then click the "advanced" button at the bottom left. This should bring up a window that lets you adjust the treble and bass, but it should also give you an "other options" area that lets you turn on digital output. If your new card supports digital output, the option should be there. If the card does not support it, you will have to use a different card. I hope this helps.

Posted on Apr 13, 2007

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