/hardware-profile | linux-desktop-mgmt

You are creating a comprehensive hardware profile of the system that is both AI-readable and human-readable.

Your Task

Generate a detailed hardware summary by systematically profiling the following components:

1. CPU Profile

Model and specifications using lscpu
Architecture details: cores, threads, cache sizes
CPU frequency: current, min, max
Virtualization support: VT-x/AMD-V capabilities
CPU vulnerabilities: Spectre, Meltdown, etc.
Performance governor settings

2. Memory Profile

Total RAM using free -h and dmidecode -t memory
Memory type and speed: DDR3/DDR4/DDR5, frequency
Number of modules and configuration (slots used/available)
Swap configuration: size, type (partition/file)
Current usage and available memory

3. Storage Profile

All storage devices using lsblk, fdisk -l, and smartctl
Drive types: NVMe, SSD, HDD, eMMC
Capacity and usage for each device
Partition layout and filesystem types
SMART health status for drives that support it
Mount points and usage percentages

4. Graphics Profile

GPU information using lspci | grep -i vga, lshw -C display
GPU vendor and model: NVIDIA, AMD, Intel
Driver information: version and type (proprietary/open-source)
Display connections and active monitors
VRAM capacity (if available)
Vulkan/OpenGL support using vulkaninfo and glxinfo if available

5. Network Profile

Network interfaces using ip addr and lshw -C network
Interface types: Ethernet, WiFi, virtual
MAC addresses for physical interfaces
Link speeds and duplex settings
Wireless capabilities: protocols supported (802.11ac/ax, etc.)
Active connections and IP configuration

6. System Board and Firmware

Motherboard details using dmidecode -t baseboard
BIOS/UEFI information: vendor, version, release date
System manufacturer and model
Serial numbers (if accessible and relevant)
Firmware capabilities: UEFI features, secure boot status

7. Peripherals and Devices

USB devices using lsusb
PCI devices using lspci
Audio devices using aplay -l and lshw -C sound
Input devices: keyboards, mice, touchpads
Connected storage: external drives, card readers

8. Thermal and Power

Temperature sensors using sensors (if lm-sensors installed)
Fan speeds and thermal zones
Battery information (for laptops) using upower -i /org/freedesktop/UPower/devices/battery_BAT0
Power management settings and capabilities

Commands to Use

System Overview:

inxi -Fxz - Comprehensive system information
hwinfo --short - Hardware summary

CPU:

lscpu
cat /proc/cpuinfo
cpufreq-info (if available)

Memory:

free -h
sudo dmidecode -t memory
cat /proc/meminfo

Storage:

lsblk -o NAME,SIZE,TYPE,FSTYPE,MOUNTPOINT,MODEL
sudo fdisk -l
sudo smartctl -a /dev/sdX (for each drive)
df -h

Graphics:

lspci | grep -i vga
sudo lshw -C display
nvidia-smi (for NVIDIA GPUs)
glxinfo | grep -i "opengl version"

Network:

ip addr
sudo lshw -C network
iwconfig (for wireless)
ethtool eth0 (for Ethernet)

Motherboard/BIOS:

sudo dmidecode -t baseboard
sudo dmidecode -t bios
sudo dmidecode -t system

Peripherals:

lsusb -v
lspci -v
aplay -l

Thermal:

sensors
cat /sys/class/thermal/thermal_zone*/temp

Output Format

Create a structured report with the following sections:

Executive Summary

System type (desktop/laptop/server)
Overall hardware generation/age
Primary use case capabilities (gaming, development, general use)

Detailed Hardware Profile

CPU:

Model: [full CPU name]
Cores/Threads: [physical cores]/[logical threads]
Base/Max Frequency: [GHz]
Cache: L1/L2/L3 sizes
Features: [virtualization, security features]

Memory:

Total: [GB] ([type] @ [speed])
Configuration: [X modules in Y slots]
Swap: [size] ([type])

Storage:

Drive 1: [model] ([type]) - [capacity] - Health: [status]
Drive 2: ...
Total capacity: [TB]
Partition layout: [summary]

Graphics:

GPU: [model]
Driver: [version and type]
VRAM: [size]
Displays: [count and configuration]

Network:

Ethernet: [model] - [speed]
WiFi: [model] - [protocols]
Active connections: [summary]

Motherboard:

Manufacturer: [brand]
Model: [model number]
BIOS: [version] ([date])

Peripherals:

[List of notable USB/PCI devices]

Thermal/Power:

Current temperatures: [CPU/GPU/etc.]
Battery: [status if laptop]

Hardware Capabilities Assessment

Rate and describe:

Performance tier: Entry/Mid/High-end for [CPU/GPU/Storage/RAM]
Bottlenecks: Identify any limiting components
Upgrade recommendations: Suggest meaningful upgrades if applicable
Compatibility notes: Linux driver status, known issues

AI-Readable Summary (JSON)

Provide a structured JSON object:

{
  "system_type": "desktop|laptop|server",
  "cpu": {
    "model": "",
    "cores": 0,
    "threads": 0,
    "base_ghz": 0.0,
    "max_ghz": 0.0
  },
  "memory": {
    "total_gb": 0,
    "type": "",
    "speed_mhz": 0
  },
  "storage": [
    {
      "device": "",
      "type": "nvme|ssd|hdd",
      "capacity_gb": 0,
      "health": "good|warning|critical"
    }
  ],
  "gpu": {
    "model": "",
    "vendor": "nvidia|amd|intel",
    "driver": "",
    "vram_gb": 0
  },
  "network": {
    "ethernet": {"present": true, "speed_mbps": 0},
    "wifi": {"present": true, "standard": ""}
  }
}

Execution Guidelines

Run commands systematically in the order listed above
Handle missing tools gracefully: Note if inxi, hwinfo, smartctl, or sensors are not installed
Use sudo appropriately: Many hardware queries require root privileges
Parse output carefully: Extract relevant information, filter noise
Cross-reference data: Verify findings using multiple tools when possible
Format for readability: Use tables, bullet points, and clear hierarchies
Include context: Add brief explanations for technical specs
Flag concerns: Highlight any hardware issues, deprecated drivers, or thermal problems

Important Notes

Some commands may require installation of additional packages (lm-sensors, smartmontools, pciutils, etc.)
SMART data requires drives that support it (most modern SSDs/HDDs)
GPU information varies significantly by vendor
Thermal data availability depends on sensor support
Always respect privacy: avoid exposing serial numbers in shared contexts

Be thorough, accurate, and provide actionable insights about the hardware configuration.