To enable the computer-independent functions, the M1600A comes with an extra power supply and a small slot bracket board. The board serves as a power supply for the DVD and has two audio jacks for home stereo or speaker connections.
The connection board features yet another audio input for connecting an additional device. Of course, you can't record with it.
A sea of cables is required to deliver power to the M1600A, to send back audio signals and to connect the sound card with speakers and/or stereo system.
Patrick Schmid was the editor-in-chief for Tom's Hardware from 2005 to 2006. He wrote numerous articles on a wide range of hardware topics, including storage, CPUs, and system builds.
