Familiarity with computer/laptop hardware architecture.
Ability to assemble computer systems using various hardware components in test bench or rack configuration
Ability to debug issues in computer system bring-up.
Ability to flash BIOS, install Operating Systems (Windows/Linux), install Firmware and Drivers, disk partitioning, configuring networks and debug associated issues.
Ability to socket CPUs/FPGAs
Ability to organize lab space and infrastructure for a given project (network and power cabling, test bench/rack setup, etc.)
Working knowledge of BIOS, various Firmware and Drivers and their interaction with Operating System, etc.
Ability to do configuration changes at BIOS.
Knowledge on test and measurement equipment – DMM, Oscilloscopes, Logic analyzers, Network analyzers, Power meters, associated probes/cables, etc.