Connecting a power amp to a computer

[MR.MAGOO]

Connected to my computer is an AudioEngine D1 DAC, it has RCA outputs.
I'm thinking of connecting a power amp to the D1, then bookshelf speakers to the amp.
The power amp has RCA inputs. (Niles SI-2100)

I'm trying to go beyond the 20 watts my computer speakers provide (Bowers & Wilkins MM-1).

 

[j_garcia]

It should work. Powered speaker's amp is not really different than an external amp except that it is self contained in the speaker.

 

[lovinthehd]

What's the question? What speakers? Why not simply better active speakers?

 

[MrBoat]

I had my 2005 Dell pc hooked up to an amp, but I didn't need a DAC. The one in my soundcard was more than enough. Then I bought a new pc over Thanksgiving holiday and hooked it up to two different amps and now a Denon AVR. All I have is a Y cord hooked from the speaker jack on the back of the pc to the RCA inputs on the receiver. Works great.

 

[MR.MAGOO]

I've noticed a low rumble when the Audioengine D1 (volume at lowest setting) and Niles SI-2100 amp are on and I move the mouse! Have tried re-routing cables, no change.