Ollama Setup Guide

This guide will walk you through the process of installing, configuring, and using Ollama on Windows. Follow the steps carefully to ensure a smooth setup.

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Prerequisites

1. A Windows computer.
2. Internet connection for downloading and pulling models.
3. Basic familiarity with using the command line.

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Step 1: Download and Install Ollama

1. Download Ollama
   Visit the Ollama GitHub page to download the installer for Windows.

2. Install Ollama Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

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Step 2: Verify Installation

1. Open a terminal window (e.g., Command Prompt or PowerShell).
2. Run the following command to check if Ollama is installed correctly:

   ollama

   • If installed successfully, you will see a list of available commands displayed.
   • If the command is not recognized, ensure that Ollama is added to your system's PATH or try reinstalling.

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Step 3: Start Ollama

1. Start the Ollama server by running:

   ollama serve

   • If the server starts successfully, it will bind to 127.0.0.1:11434.

2. Troubleshooting the Port Error:
   If you encounter the following error:

   Error: listen tcp 127.0.0.1:11434: bind: Only one usage of each socket address (protocol/network address/port) is normally permitted.
   

   Do not worry! This indicates that the Ollama server is already running in the background. You can verify it by navigating to:
   http://localhost:11434/
   If Ollama is running, you will see the message:
   "Ollama is running"

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Step 4: Pull the Llama3.1 Model

1. In the terminal, run the following command to download the Llama3.1 model:

   ollama pull Llama3.1

   • This command will fetch the Llama3.1 model from the server.
   • Note: The download might take some time depending on your internet speed. Feel free to grab a coffee while you wait.

2. Once the download is complete, you are ready to start using the API.

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Additional Tips

• Stopping the Server: To stop the server, press Ctrl+C in the terminal where it is running.
• Help Commands: To explore all available commands, you can run:

  ollama help

• Model Management: You can pull additional models or manage existing ones using ollama pull <model_name> or other relevant commands.