In addition to that, you'll get more than enough cables for hookup: a TOSlink optical cable, a TOSlink adapter for older Xbox systems, stereo RCA cables for older TVs and an AC adapter with a trio of international connectors.

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Connect and plug in the power adapter and then hook up the optical cable, and it's pretty much ready to go -- save for some pairing woes that required us to unplug everything.

ENGADGET: Tritton Warhead 7.1 Wireless Surround Sound Headset for Xbox 360 review

In terms of rear-facing ports, the new, even slimmer model is identical to the Slim, offering Ethernet, HDMI, Optical out, RCA and a spot for the AC adapter.

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