How to Use 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers With 3 Cable on a Mac Mini
- 1). Connect the adapter to an open USB port on your Mac Mini. Load the installation disc into your computer's optical drive if the adapter includes installation software. Some adapters require software drivers to function properly.
- 2). Plug each of the three cables for your 5.1 speaker system into the corresponding jacks on the adapter. Most 5.1 audio connections are color-coded, with one green, one orange and one black connector.
- 3). Install the audio management software required for your 5.1 speaker system, if software is included. The Mac Mini may require the software to establish audio settings and manage sound distribution through the speaker system.