acoustic electric gear

My question is what do you need to play an acoustic electric guitar amplified? I know you need an amp but other than that I am lost. Any help would be great.

Thanks

I picked up an amp made for amplifying acoustic-electric instruments. Here: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Acoustic-AG30-30W-1x8-Acoustic-Guitar-Combo-Amp-104839055-i1425156.gc
Excellent sounding budget amp with some nice natural effects.

Of course your acoustic guitar must have a pickup system built in, or buy an external pickup..