Hi guys,

I was wondering if i could get some advice/tips.

I'm trying to get my 5.1 speakers (logitech G51) to work 'fully' with my laptop (HP TM2), but hitting a slight logistical problem in that the speakers have three output jacks, and my laptop only has one input.

Now, Ive done some googling and reading up on this, and one source suggested this adapter:
http://computers.pricegrabber.com/cables-adapters/Logitech-Game-Console-Audio-Adapter/m13939442.html

 and buying a 3.5 male to 2*RCA male cable.

In terms of the physical getting-three-plugs-into-one-jack, it seems like it would work. Any thoughts or comments on whether the signal would actually get through?

Secondly, i understand this wouldnt be "true 5.1", as Im not using a 5.1 capable sound card. Considering the only way to get "true 5.1" on a laptop would be to buy a USB-based sound card.... would this be a better option for things like watching blu-rays (which have a 5.1 soundtrack)....

If I go with the first option, will it just be 5 speakers (and a subwoofer) plonking out the same audio...i.e stereo but with 5 speakers instead of 2.... meaning all I get out of having "5.1" is more volume and less directionality?

Hope that makes sense, as Im kinda new to anything that is not stereo.

Any advice/corrections much appreciated. If both options work, wahts the pros/cons of each option?