2006-06-19 17:36:38 · 11 answers · asked by Big Ken 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
it is just impractical to install another sound card when you have a built in, usually new mother borad have a built in soundc ard of 5.1 audio so, hwy do install another one if the latter is working, if not there that is the time you install another one
2006-06-19 17:44:36 · answer #1 · answered by lepactodeloupes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The on-board sound card is capable of giving pure digital sound output, which when you connect it to a very good Hi-Fi music system, you get a real good acoustics. I would say this much is much sufficient for a good sound quality.
However, if you want to have a Surround Sound, there are two options :
a). Either you connect your on-board sound card output to a 5.1 - 7.1 surround dolby digital amplifier.
b) Or you buy a dolby surround sound card for you surround system configuration. (in this case, you have to disable the on-board sound card from the CMOS settings before you install the new sound card)
I hope this answers to your needs....
2006-06-20 00:46:38 · answer #2 · answered by Nav_gggg 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not necessary at all to install a new soundcard, in some cases onboard sound is better than a cheap soundcard. But if you want surround sound 7.1 and crystal clear DvD ect ect, Then you would need one. Just keep your onboard sound card drivers up to date, and you should never have trouble with it.
2006-06-20 00:40:16 · answer #3 · answered by bradford99336 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the motherboard has a built in sound card that will be fine it should have a pink blue and green plug
green is for your speakers blue for line in
and pink for your mic
if you want a better sound card then install a seperate one
2006-06-20 03:28:30 · answer #4 · answered by guessisking 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no need to install another sound card unless the built-in 1 doesnt work
2006-06-20 00:40:16 · answer #5 · answered by ransoft2004 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you just want basic sound, the built-in sound system will be fine. If you want multi-channel sound and other effects like surround sound, etc., then an add-in board is the only way to go.
2006-06-20 00:39:44 · answer #6 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can use the one on-board. But if you are into serious gaming or a music lover or want to enjoy the sound effects on a movie, then a good quality sound card would be needed.
2006-06-20 00:41:09 · answer #7 · answered by joamon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will depend on what exactly you want from your sound card. If you do not care, then save the money and use the onboard card. If you want higher quality sound, or more features, you may have to buy a card.
2006-06-20 00:40:58 · answer #8 · answered by shyboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey, the motherboard has 1, unless u wanna have a dolby digital 5.1 surround sound system, its not really neccisary, also if u have speakers that need stereo cable u might have 2 get something 2 put them thru
i run my speakers thru a stereo on AUX, its great cause not only is it great quality, it also amplifies the sound :)
2006-06-20 00:40:13 · answer #9 · answered by Chris L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the quality of sound you desire, basic = use the free one in the motherboard and save some $$. But, if you want surrond sound dolby 6.1, go get you a new soundcard.
2006-06-20 00:39:41 · answer #10 · answered by cme0015 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋