How to Install DeepSeek AI: A Quick Guide

How to Install DeepSeek AI: A Step-by-Step Guide

Artificial Intelligence tools are revolutionizing industries, and DeepSeek AI is one of the standout platforms for AI-powered data analysis and insights. Whether you’re a data enthusiast, researcher, or business professional, installing DeepSeek AI is a great step towards enhancing your productivity. In this blog, I’ll walk you through the installation process so you can get started quickly and easily.

Step 1: Install and Set Up Ollama DeepSeek AI requires Ollama, an AI platform, as a prerequisite. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the Ollama website and download the installer for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
2. Install Ollama by following the on-screen instructions.
3. Launch Ollama and ensure it is running. On Mac, you will see the llama icon in the menu bar.
4. Install the Ollama CLI by clicking the Install button in the Ollama app. Verify the CLI installation by running:

Step 2: Install a DeepSeek AI Model Once Ollama is set up, you can use it to install a DeepSeek AI model. Open your terminal and run:

ollama run deepseek-r1:1.5b        

This command installs the lightweight DeepSeek R1 model with 1.5 billion parameters. For more powerful models, replace 1.5b with the desired version (e.g., 32b). Ensure your computer’s resources can handle the selected model.

Step 3: Test the DeepSeek AI Model After installation, you can interact with the DeepSeek AI model by sending it messages. For example:

ollama chat deepseek-r1:1.5b        

Type a prompt like “Write a song about cats” to see the model in action.

Step 4: Work Offline DeepSeek AI runs locally on your machine, so your data stays private. You can disconnect from the internet and still use the model seamlessly. Test this by turning off your Wi-Fi and interacting with the AI again.

Step 5: Stop or Exit DeepSeek To stop generating text, press Control + C in your terminal. To exit the DeepSeek AI interaction, send the command /bye.

Optional: Use the Online Version If you don’t want to install DeepSeek locally, you can use the online version at chat.deepseek.com. However, note that the online version sends your data to the cloud.

Final Thoughts Installing and using DeepSeek AI with Ollama is straightforward and opens up exciting possibilities for local AI-powered workflows. Whether you’re working on creative projects or data-intensive tasks, DeepSeek AI offers impressive capabilities while keeping your data private.

Now, for some fun! ?? Open up DeepSeek and search for 'Mustansar Ali Ghazanfar' – you might get a response like “None found” (I guess I’m not famous enough yet! ??). Now, try searching for something important, like “Donald Trump”, and see what happens. If you get a response, congratulations—DeepSeek is working! To terminate, just type /bye and return to your work. ??

Enjoy exploring the power of DeepSeek AI!

Have you tried DeepSeek AI? Share your experience in the comments below!