Xi Fi Audio connecting to front pan

Is there any way I can hook my XiFi Audio card up so that I can use the front panel jack sockets on my pc casing to use a headset? I've been told that the only way to use jacks is to plug them into the card itself on the rear of the case. I can use a usb headset but I would rather use the jacks in order to have greater choice of headsets.

I would like to point out that one should come here expecting to see people with problems, as that is the reason most come here in the first place, much like a hospital. Just because there's alot of sick people in here, doesn't mean everyone is.
I would also like to point out that LordRapter has been posting basically the same rant every day since he was told by the tech across the hall from me that we don't support AC'97 front panel connectors (I overheard that conversation.)
HolyMoly: If your front panel connectors are Intel HD compliant, you can plug them into the X-fi card. If they are AC'97 or some other type of connector, you may be able to "Do It Yourself", but it's not supported and may void your warranty. Or, you can get a /8" male to female "headphone extension cord" and plug that into the back of your case with a Headphone Splitter (If you want to have your speakers plugged in at the same time) so you don't have to reach to the back of your case every time you want to connect your headset.
I would also suggest avoiding "USB Headsets", since they don't even use the X-fi. USB headsets have what amounts to a miniature sound card inside them, they generate their own sound. If you use one, you miss out on the advantages of the X-fi card (or any card), and you'd effecti'vely be using 2 sound cards at the same time, which does cause problems sometimes.
Good luck,
Dale

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