To download and install DeepSeek models locally, follow these steps:
1. Install Ollama
Ollama is essential for running AI models locally. You can download it from the Ollama website. The installation process is straightforward, and it supports multiple operating systems including Mac, Windows, and Linux.2. Download and Run DeepSeek Models
After installing Ollama, you can easily download and run the DeepSeek models using the command line. Open your terminal (or Command Prompt on Windows) and execute the following command to download the 8B model, which is recommended for most users:bash
ollama run deepseek-r1:8b
You can replace `8b` with other model sizes based on your hardware capabilities:
- For the smallest model (1.5B): `ollama run deepseek-r1:1.5b`
- For larger models (14B, 32B, or 70B), adjust accordingly, but be aware that they require more powerful GPUs.
3. Set Up Chatbox (Optional)
For a user-friendly interface, you may want to set up Chatbox, a desktop client for interacting with AI models. Download it from Chatbox's website. After installation, go to settings and change the model provider to Ollama, ensuring that you configure the Ollama API host correctly (default is usually `https://127.0.0.1:11434`).4. Start Using DeepSeek
Once you have downloaded the model and set up Chatbox (if desired), you can start interacting with DeepSeek locally. Simply select your model in Chatbox or continue using the terminal for command-line interactions.This setup allows you to utilize DeepSeek while keeping all data local, enhancing privacy and control over your AI interactions[1][4][6].
Citations:[1] https://www.reddit.com/r/selfhosted/comments/1i6ggyh/got_deepseek_r1_running_locally_full_setup_guide/
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OHcu2FMHdM
[3] https://huggingface.co/deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3
[4] https://digialps.com/run-deepseek-r1-locally-a-full-guide-my-honest-review-of-this-free-openai-alternative/
[5] https://dev.to/majdisaibi/how-to-run-deepseek-r1-locally-on-your-android-device-4ape
[6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHXslhEdRLA
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zsK0U33hN4
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3BKdSKi1VI