Bug#683327: [wheezy] corrupted screen using KMS and Radeon 6550D and missing (non-free) firmware

[Jonathan Nieder <jrnieder@gmail.com>]

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Hi Ivan,

Ivan Shmakov wrote:

> 	FTR: this bug also manifests itself with the newer

Why the indent?

> 	linux-image-3.2.0-4-amd64 package (as of 3.2.32-1) and
> 	A8-3870-integrated Radeon HD 6550D graphics.  (Or should I try
> 	the version currently in Sid?)

Yes, please do.  It contains the following change, which we want
to ensure works well.

  * radeon: Disable KMS earlier if firmware is not installed
    (Closes: #607194)

Thanks much,
Jonathan