MBP to 5.1 Speakers?

[Whits]

Is it possible to connect my Macbook Pro (17in sept '07) to a 5.1 surround system? (and actually get 5.1 audio)

The speakers are Logitech Z-5500 series.

http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/5354/img00019200907281646.jpg

(There's also a basic stereo aux input on the side)

[thegoldenmackid]

TOS link cable into the digital input.

[Peace]

More specifically the optical input on the digital part.

[thegoldenmackid]

More specifically the optical input on the digital part.
Haha, and then you have to flip the switch. Sleep time...

[Whits]

Thanks!

And how does the TOSlink connect to the Macbook? EDIT: Got it, seems to just connect to the normal headphone jack.

I've also come across the Griffin Firewave (discontinued). There's a few on eBay, would this be better or worse quality?

[Peace]

Go to apple.com store and search for mini to toslink cable.

[Cave Man]

Is it possible to connect my Macbook Pro (17in sept '07) to a 5.1 surround system? (and actually get 5.1 audio)

Yes, use the optical port. But don't use Quicktime, it's a piece of junk for digital audio. Get Plex or XBMC.