5.1 surround sound from macbook pro, external soundcard (USB)

I've been spending lots of hours searching for some kind of a external soundcard that is compatible with mac.
I have a logitech x-530 and need to find a solution on how to get it working. (true surround..)
Im not sure what you call it, but i think its "analog" sound, atleast i need to be able to connect 3 cables (front, surround, base)
I would really appreciate help with this problem!

http://www.esi-audio.com/products/gigaporthd/

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