Configure for digital out

I just upgraded tp windows xp and my speakers are not working. The speakers were working fine before theupgrade. And I was told by the speaker manufacturer I need to make sure that the soundcard is configured for digital output. How do I do this? I have a Sound blaster PCI

jop,
Sound Blaster PCI is too general. What is the exact model of the soundcard you have? Does your soundcard came pre-installed from system such as Dell, Acer, Alienware, etc? If it does, it's an OEM card and you will need to obtain the driver/software from those system integrator website. Also, the digital output only option should be within the surround mixer software or speaker setting software, whichever you have.
Jason

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Message Edited by recklessftw on 0-22-2009 09:3 [email protected]

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