[mythtv-users] Linux wall wart pulls 5 watts - could make a great master backend

[Simon Hobson]

Robin Hill wrote:

>Actually, most old laptops I've seen (and owned) have a battery which
>lasts about 5 minutes.  I'd advise making sure new batteries are still
>available before opting for an old laptop.  I guess this is going to be
>less of an issue with the newer Lithium-based batteries than with NiCad
>and NiMH though.

Not to mention, leaving a laptop plugged in all the time usually 
kills the battery anyway.

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