Familiarity with Intel computer/server hardware architecture
Ability to assemble computer systems using various hardware components
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
Ability to organize lab space and infrastructure for a given project (network and power cabling, test bench/rack setup, etc.)
Knowledge on test and measurement equipment – DMM, Oscilloscopes, Logic analyzers, Network analyzers, Power meters, associated probes/cables, etc.