I've used this option and as soon as you go to the sound section of your iMac's system preferences it says Klipsch R-41PM USB, I clicked on it and it was ready to go. I used this option and as soon as you go to the sound part of the system preferences of your iMac, you see immediately indicated Klipsch R-41PM USB, I clicked on it and.....miracle the sound is well there and of very good quality. I disconnected the jack plug from my old speakers before doing this.