Computer Interface (That works) for Garage band?

Hello All...I am new to G/B-I am wanting to record (sperate) tracks (at the same time) in G/B. I think 8 channels would be perfect, that way I can record varoius drums, a bass and a guitar at the same time. Then I can record other real instruments later, one at a time. I have seen a slew of computer interfaces to acomplish this task, however i would like to purchase one that (I know) (will work) well in garage band. Could any of you vetren G/B producers advise me as to what 8 channel audio interface you use with G/B (that works well) for you? And should it be a firewire or USB based one? I tried a friends (a 8 channel Behringer mixer with a USB, but i could get my mac to recongnize the mixer?
Thanks so much for any response
Steve

I Use the PreSonus FireStudio Mobile. http://www.presonus.com/products/Detail.aspx?ProductId=58
The FireStudio Project also works. http://www.presonus.com/products/Detail.aspx?ProductId=43
If you have a FireWire input then use it for your interface rather than USB.
Cheers

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CAN Receive Periodic using Remote.vi ‏97 KB

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