How to Install AI Models on YPANX Portable SSD

The YPANX Portable SSD is designed for high-speed AI model storage, offering up to 1000MB/s read speeds, strong portability, and robust data security. It provides an ideal solution for efficient AI model deployment, even on the go. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of installing the DeepSeek R1 AI model on a Mac system using the YPANX SSD.

🚀 Why Choose YPANX for AI Model Storage?

⚡ Ultra-Fast Speed: With up to 1000MB/s read speeds, YPANX is perfect for high-throughput AI model loading.
🧳 Portable and Convenient: Carry your AI models anywhere, no network required, and work offline without limits.
🔒 Data Security: Local storage keeps your data safe, reducing the risk of potential cloud breaches.

🛠️ Prerequisites:

  1. YPANX Portable SSD (at least 1TB for large AI models)
  2. macOS 12 or higher
  3. Ollama software (for AI model management)
    ➡️ Download here: https://ollama.com/
  4. Chatbox software (for local model interaction)
    ➡️ Download here: https://chatboxai.app/

🔗 Step 1: Connect the YPANX Portable SSD
Plug your YPANX SSD into your Mac and confirm it appears in the Finder sidebar.

🔗 Step 2: Install Ollama
Download and install the Ollama software from the official website. Drag the app into your Applications folder and follow the on-screen setup.

🔗 Step 3: Configure the Ollama Environment

  1. Create a new folder on your YPANX SSD (e.g., “Ollamamodels”).
  2. Copy the path of this folder by clicking its name while holding “Option” and “Command” + C.

  1. Open the Terminal and run the following command:

launchctl setenv OLLAMA_MODELS "/Volumes/YPANX PSSD/Ollamamodels/" 

(Replace </Volumes/YPANX PSSD/Ollamamodels/> with the copied command.)

  1. Quit the Ollama app.

🔗 Step 4: Download and Install the AI Model

  1. Relaunch the Ollama app on your Mac.
  2. Visit the Ollama Models page (https://ollama.com/) and navigate to the 'Models' section.
  3. Locate the 'DeepSeek R1' model (e.g., 1.5b version) and click to open its details.
  4. Copy the installation command provided (e.g., ollama run deepseek-r1:1.5b).

  1. Open the 'Terminal' on your Mac and run the command with elevated privileges:

sudo <command>

Replace <command> with the copied installation command. You will be prompted to enter your Mac’s administrator password. This step will begin downloading and installing the model directly onto your YPANX SSD.

  1. After the download completes, verify the model files:
    • Open the "Ollamamodels" directory you created on your YPANX SSD.
    • Confirm that the 'library' and 'blobs' folders contain the new model files.
  2. (Optional) If you have existing local models, you can migrate them to your YPANX SSD:
    • Open Finder and go to ~/.ollama/
    • Move the contents from the 'models/library' and 'models/blobs' directories to the corresponding folders on your YPANX SSD for better storage management.

🔗 Step 5: Install and Configure Chatbox

  1. Download and install Chatbox.
  2. Add your local model under Settings:
    • Model Provider: OLLAMA API
    • Model: Select your downloaded model

🔗 Step 6: Test Your Model
Open Chatbox, start a new session, and experience real-time AI responses powered by YPANX’s high-speed SSD!

✨ Now you’re all set to harness the full potential of your AI models on the go with YPANX.

For more tips and support, visit our website: YPANX Official.

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