[bpnkrtn]

Howdy. I'm considering a Mac Mini for home use. Never owned a Mac before. Primarily web surfing and playing DVDs, CDs etc. And some just Mac curiosity Anyway, I've been reading posts for a few weeks now. Audio specs say:

Combined optical digital audio input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital audio output/headphone out (minijack)

Will this play 5.1 surround? What are some of my options for best sound? I do not have a stereo system to tie it into ... even if I could ...

Any info/links are appreciated .

[praveen]

I don think they support 5.1? i own an imac, i called the apple hotline and they told me up to 2.1 only

[iREZ]

http://www.apple.com/macmini/accessories.html

scroll down to audio and you'll see that the intel mac mini can support 5.1 with its optical jack.

[mduell]

Yes, it will support a 5.1 system via digital/optical. You just need a 5.1 system with optical input.

[bpnkrtn]

Thanks to all for the info. I didn't think to look in the accessories section. Looks like I'm about to buy my first Mac. Thanks again.

[quiklee]

don't forget to get the iMic from Griffin so you won't hear the feedback through your speakers

[gto47]

For anyone who needs this adapter they sure are cheap:
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showd...number=180-968