StarTech - PCISOUND5LP - 5 Channel Low Profile PCI Sound Adapter Card â?" 24 Bits

This 5 Channel PCI Sound Adapter Card is the ideal sound solution for low profile/small form factor PC computers, supporting full-duplex operation with 6 outbound streams and 2 simultaneous input streams. Offering everything you need to take your multimedia experience to the next level, the 5-channel sound card supports the latest Dolby Digital EX and DTS 5.1 Channel DVD soundtracks, and 96Khz/24bit audio playback. The sound card includes Windows WDM supported drivers, which save both time and hassle, allowing you to add high quality audio in minutes. Equipped with a low profile bracket, the 5-channel Sound Card also includes a standard profile (full-height) mounting bracket and is PCI v2.2 compliant, so it can be installed in virtually any PCI-capable PC regardless of the size of the computer case - a cost-effective HTPC (Home Theater PC) solution! This high quality 5.1 Surround Sound card is backed by StarTech.com's 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

StarTech.com Advantage

• Hardware 5.1 channel audio outputs and support for Dolby Digital EX and DTS ES 5.1 channel for superior DVD audio playback
• Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support

Features

• 5.1 channel surround sound output via 3.5mm mini-jacks
• DirectSound 3 hardware acceleration
• Support for Dolby Digital EX and DTS ES 5.1 channel playback
• Full-Duplex operation for recording and playback
• Supports up to 96KHz/24-bit playback and 48KHz/16-bit recording sampling rates
• Compliant with PCI revision 2.2 specification
• Low/Full Profile installation brackets included

Applications

• Replace failed or stereo-only onboard audio for a small form factor or full desktop system
• Upgrade to 5.1 audio for a desktop without onboard audio or less than 5.1 surround
• Build a inexpensive home theater PC or multimedia PC with surround sound capabilities