Trying to get 5.1 surround on pc

[Trishai]

Optical to speakers : Sony HT RT3

Windows default audio drivers

Tried two games that support 5.1 but no luck

 

[Trishai]

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Question from Trishai : "Trying to get 5.1 on pc"

Hey,

I've got a 5.1 speaker setup connected via optical cable directly to my motherboard via the optical port.

I'm using windows default audio drivers for it and within the playback devices menu it shows the speakers under Digital Audio (S/PDIF); the configure button is greyed out for my speakers. I read that this is due to my speakers doing the audio processing onboard.

I've tried two games with 5.1 selected but no luck, I'm confused as to how I get the speakers to output to 5.1 in games and other media.

Is there a specific setting I need to set within the windows audio options or is there a different driver that will support my 5.1 speakers?

Speakers : Sony HT RT3

Any info is much appreciated