Computer sound for multimedia

Okay folks, here is yet another question about the (in)famous Gateway LX6810.
When I bought this thing, I did a lot of research. That was 6 months ago. Back then, a lot of good consumer reviews were to be had. Things have obviously changed. In my seemingly never ending frustrations with Gateway tech support, I tried to get a straight answer about the included 7.1 sound system capabilities. The tech told me about a compatible 5.1 sound system (after I spent 15 minutes explaining to him what a 7.1 sound system was), and when I told him I was looking for a 7.1, he told me it wasn't supported. I asked WTH they made the computer with 7.1 capability when it wasn't supported, and he said he didn't know. Par for the course.
I checked the BB site for a 7.1 system, but the only one I could find did not seem appropriate. Is there a compatible system available, and will BB be carrying one in the foreseeable future? Also, do I need more than speakers themselves, i.e. amp/recvr.? Can this thing be incorporated into a multimedia center?
As always, all replies are appreciated.
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I do not believe Best Buy will start carrying a 7.1 system because the demand is not there for this item. When you buy a 7.1 system, all of the speakers will connect to the subwoofer which acts as an amp. Each "group" of speakers will then connect to the computer from the subwoofer. Front (Left and Right), Center, Side-Surround (Left and Right) and Rear Surround (Left and Right).
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