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Md. Shafiuddin Shajib
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Run DeepSeek Locally in LM Studio: No Internet, No Server Issues – A ChatGPT-Like Experience with a User-Friendly UI

"Run DeepSeek Locally in LM Studio: No Internet Needed, Works on Any PC – A Step-by-Step Guide"

Step 1: Install LM Studio

1️⃣ Visit LM Studio’s official website and download the latest version for your operating system.

2️⃣ Install LM Studio by following the on-screen instructions.

Step 2: Download the DeepSeek Model

1️⃣ Open LM Studio after installation.

2️⃣ Go to the Model Catalog section.

3️⃣ Search for DeepSeek (either the general model or the coding-optimized version).

4️⃣ Choose the appropriate model size based on your system’s capability:

  • Smaller models (e.g., 7B) for lower-end systems with limited RAM.
  • Larger models (e.g., 67B) for high-performance setups. 5️⃣ Click Download and wait for it to finish.

💡 Tip: If your PC has lower specs, start with a smaller model for a smoother experience.

Step 3: Load DeepSeek in LM Studio

1️⃣ Once the model is downloaded, go to the Local Models section.

2️⃣ Click on DeepSeek to load it.

3️⃣ Adjust GPU/CPU settings based on your system’s resources.

4️⃣ Click Start Chat to begin using the model.

Step 4: Enjoy an Offline, ChatGPT-Like Experience

✅ No internet or cloud servers required—completely local!

✅ Works seamlessly for text-based and coding-related tasks.

✅ Customize performance settings for optimal speed and efficiency.

🚀 Now, you're ready to use DeepSeek on your PC without any server limitations!

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