[mythtv-users] SheevaPlug for a master Backend?

[Johnny]

> I haven't played with the SheevaPlug units, but I have done a lot of work with
> the NSLU2s, which are very similar. The problem is the USB subsystem is very
> slow, and using USB drives may result in inadequate preformance.
>
> The NSLU2 has no floating point unit, I'm not sure about the Sheeva, but the
> lack of an FPU might also preclude some B/E functions.
>
> My guess is you want a somewhat beefier computer. The Sheeva looks
> interesting, but very limited.

I agree that the SheevaPlug would be insufficient for a standard
backend. Although I would be interested in using one as a MBE that is
diskless and tunerless. Then it is just on 24/7 to handle the
scheduling, database, and to wake up a slave backend for recordings
and other jobs.