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Best 8x8 interface for WinXP under $700?

I originally posted this as a follow-on to my 24i/o question, but decided this is a topic of its own. As my personal preference tends toward tracking through channel strips--and 8 channels at a time max, my thinking is moving away from the 24 i/o as a central hub to acquiring a Soundcraft LX7II/24, and using it in a split configuration with a 8x8 DAW interface.

USB Midi Interface Powering Thru Box?

I just purchased a MidiSport 2x2 interface. I come OUT of the MidiSport into a Midiman 1x4 Thru Box then into my sound modules. The Thru box has a small green LED that lights to signify it's receiving midi. It does not light up. I have checked all my cables and everything is fine. I assume since the Midisport is powered via USB that it is not getting enough power to operate the thru box.

interface problems

I have a fostex vf-160 stand-alone DAW, and I just bought a full duplex sound card for my computer ($100). I am afraid I wasted my money because the DAW has ADAT optical I/O, SCSI 50 pin output, and MIDI I/O, but my sound card has only 3.5mm I/O and firewire (soundblaster audigy). I have been able to transfer audio through an rca out of the DAW, but I can't transfer digital.