My onboard soundchip vs. Sound Blaster Audigy 2 NX external sound system

Hi,
I have a Sony PCV-RZ504 computer which has an onboard soundchip (Analog Devices AD98B 6-bit CD-quality stereo sound AC 97 2.). I use a Logitech Z-2200 speakerset (2 x 40 w) with subwoofer (20 w). I'm not fully satisfied with the sound quality and I think that a better soundcard would do justice to my speakerset. I'm not sure how the quality of my soundchip is, but I think that the sound from the speakers would be better if I would have a better soundcard?
I prefer not to open my computer and I just saw this Sound Blaster? Audigy? 2 NX external sound system: http://uk.europe.creative.com/produc...04&product=903
Can someone tell me if I can expect a better sound quality with this system than I have now with my onboard soundchip?
I see that this system deli'vers up to 7. surround but I use two speakers. Would it still be an improvement for me?
If I would use this sound system would I have to remove or disable my onboard soundchip? If so, how?
Thanks,
Rik.
Message Edited by rikdenhaag on <SPAN class=date_text>2--2005 <SPAN class=time_text>07:03 PM
Message Edited by rikdenhaag on 2--2005 07:03 PM

A dedicated soundcard will almost always be an improvement on the onboard models. To disable the onboard sound you disable it in the bios sreen. Your manual will tell you how to accrees bios,

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