Vista + SB Audigy + Inspire 5300 5.1 Analog Speakers = Only 2.1 - HELP!!!

I have updated the driver for my Sound Blaster Audigy for Vista but I can't change the speakers to 5.1, it jumps back to 2/2.1.
I can't understand what the problem is? It used to work fine under WinXP.
Connections are fine and correct. I need some advice, please help!
Message Edited by XPMotion on 03-30-2009 10:02 AM

DevNull7,
You may need to enable certain settings within your sound card to upmix the Stereo to 5.1. Check with your sound card support for further information. They should be able to assit you on this.
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