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Choppy YouTube or VLC playback when VM window is maximized. Cause: Lack of hardware video decoding; the driver uses system memory for frame buffers. Workaround: Reduce color depth to 16-bit, or use a legacy KVM switch style – windowed mode at 1080p. vmware inc. - display - 8.17.2.14
Even a mature driver like 8.17.2.14 has its quirks. Here are the most frequently reported problems and their solutions. VMware, Inc
The ".14" revision likely addressed specific late-discovered issues, such as: vmware inc. - display - 8.17.2.14
Enables displays beyond the standard 640x480 resolution.