[mythtv-users] VMWare move. Firewire - ? Need input

[Mark]

On 09/22/2011 02:51 PM, Scott Smith wrote:
> There is one other option if you do have usb passthrough and that is 
> ir blasters.
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> On 09/22/2011 02:04 PM, Tyler T wrote:
> > VMWare ESX supports USB passthrough, so you may be able to purchase a
> > USB->Firewire adapter, connect the USB device to your VM, and still
> > change channels via Firewire.
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> Also an excellent idea.  I have been unable to find such a device
> though.  I dont think they exist.
> Correct me if I am wrong however.  It would need to be an actual
> external USB firewire device I think.  Not just a converter cable.
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Right, would that use LIRC?  If you could give me a little info on how 
those work, I would appreciate it.
I just want to keep it nice and simple.
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