Adding a New AI Model (LLM) onto Your Device
ShareAI supports multiple ways to add new Large Language Models (LLMs) to your device. In this guide, we’ll specifically cover how to add a new model using the ShareAI application interface.
Using the ShareAI UI to Add an AI Model
Follow these steps to quickly install and configure a new AI model from the cloud:
Step 1: Navigate to “Available Cloud Models”
- Open the ShareAI application.
- Click on the Add a new Model button.
Step 2: Selecting a Model
- Browse or use the search bar to find your desired AI model.
- Each model listing includes:
- Model Name: Indicates the family (e.g.,
llama,deepseek) and version (e.g.,3.2,r1), along with model parameters (e.g.,1b,7b). - VRAM Warnings: Indicating if your device meets the model’s GPU VRAM requirements:
- Below Recommended VRAM: Model can run, but performance may be impacted.
- Minimum VRAM Not Met: Insufficient GPU VRAM; model installation is not permitted.
- Model Name: Indicates the family (e.g.,
Step 3: Installing the Model
- Click the Install the Model button next to the desired AI model.
- The application will begin downloading and installing the model automatically.
Step 4: Verify Installation
Once the installation is complete:
- The newly installed model will now appear under your Local LLMs.
- You can toggle it ON to share this model with the network.