[mythtv-users] Lots of confusion as to which card(s) to buy for vdpau

[Yeechang Lee]

Allen Edwards <allen.p.edwards at gmail.com> says:
> 8400GS system power 136 watts video card $30, AMD 5400+ CPU 65 watts
> $68

As Isaac points out, VDPAU does work with an 8400GS.

In my case, I went for VDPAU so I wouldn't have to change anything
else. My frontend's been up and running for more than three years now,
and with VDPAU I don't see any reason why it can't last for another
three even after I deploy HD-PVR. Things like saving power are just a
bonus.

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Backend:		Quad-core Xeon 1.6GHz, 6.6TB sw RAID 6
Video inputs:		Four high-definition over FireWire/OTA
Accessories:		47" 1080p LCD, 5.1 digital, and MX-600