Trying to make external speakers work

Hi just trying to make some external speakers work. I have them plugged into the output port.When I go to sound preferences they line-out option is missing. The only option I have is Built in speakers. I realize they will not work if I dont have this option so I just need help making that option appear so that I can select it. Hopefully that made sense lol
Thanks in advance for the help. I really appreciate it!
-Brandi

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It may help to reset your system's SMC and NVRAM.
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
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