Mac Mini HTPC questions

[applegreenhorn]

I have a Samsung HL61A750 and a mac mini 2.53 with 4gb ram.

Going to use it as a HTPC and have a question about connections. On my samsung i have 3 hdmi's(which all are being used) and a rgb pc connection that i'm using right now with a htpc that displays 1080p(samsung detects 1080p through my pc connection). My question is will the macmini display 1080p through the pc connection or do i have to connect the mini through hdmi. Also, what is the proper cable to use for 5.1digital.

 

[spblat]

You should be able to get 1080p out of it, but I'm not sure. HDMI is preferred for sure.

Here's the audio cable you need.

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?p_id=1557

Monoprice also has HDMI switchers, which could help your situation.

 

[indg]

you can do up to 1920x1200 over DVI or VGA. so 1920x1080 (1080p) should work if that's the native resolution of your tv.