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I use this on an old dell laptop that has HDMI out, and it allows the audio to pass back to AVR via optical. Also simplified my setup, since i just have to hit one button to change inputs now, instead of changing the TVs input, then the AVRs input, etc.

http://www.monoprice.com/Product?c_id=10...1&format=2

Thank you I will keep this in mind - I already pulled the trigger and ordered this: http://dx.com/p/15746
Its a CM106 based set, wich I understand has updated win8 drivers and good overall OS support. In addition, I came across positive feedback with regards to DD/AC3/DTS passthrough.