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DeepSeek Configuration

OpenAI Compatible Configuration Interface The OpenAI API Compatible configuration screen in PipesHub where you’ll enter your DeepSeek endpoint URL, API Key, and Model Name PipesHub allows you to integrate with DeepSeek AI models using their OpenAI-compatible API endpoint. DeepSeek offers powerful AI models with advanced reasoning capabilities, making it ideal for complex problem-solving tasks.

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What is DeepSeek?

DeepSeek is an AI research company that develops advanced language models with enhanced reasoning capabilities. Their models are designed for:
  • Complex problem-solving and analytical tasks
  • Advanced reasoning and logical thinking
  • Mathematical and scientific computations
  • Code generation and analysis
  • Multi-step reasoning workflows

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Prerequisites

Before configuring DeepSeek in PipesHub, ensure you have:
  1. A DeepSeek account at https://platform.deepseek.com
  2. An active API key from the DeepSeek platform
  3. Sufficient API credits or an active subscription

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Required Fields

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Endpoint URL *

The Endpoint URL for DeepSeek’s API service. DeepSeek API Endpoint: 
https://api.deepseek.com/v1/
Important:
  • The endpoint URL must include the /v1/ suffix
  • DeepSeek uses HTTPS for secure communication
  • The endpoint is globally accessible

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API Key *

The API Key is required to authenticate your requests to DeepSeek’s services. How to obtain a DeepSeek API Key:
  1. Visit https://platform.deepseek.com
  2. Sign up or log in to your account
  3. Navigate to the API Keys section
  4. Create a new API key
  5. Copy the key immediately (it’s only shown once)
Security Note: Keep your API key secure and never share it publicly. PipesHub securely stores your API key and uses it only for authenticating requests to DeepSeek.

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Model Name *

The Model Name specifies which DeepSeek model you want to use. Available DeepSeek Models:
  • deepseek-chat - General-purpose conversational model
  • deepseek-reasoner - Enhanced reasoning capabilities for complex tasks
Recommended for most use cases: 
deepseek-chat
For advanced reasoning tasks: 
deepseek-reasoner
Important: Verify the exact model name from the DeepSeek documentation as model names may be updated.

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Optional Features

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Multimodal

DeepSeek’s current models primarily focus on text-based tasks. When to enable:
  • Only if using a DeepSeek model that explicitly supports vision/image understanding
  • Check the DeepSeek documentation to confirm multimodal support for your chosen model
Note: As of now, most DeepSeek models are text-focused. Leave this unchecked unless you’re certain your model supports multimodal input.

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Reasoning

Enable this checkbox when using DeepSeek’s reasoning-focused models. When to enable:
  • You’re using deepseek-reasoner or similar reasoning-focused models
  • Your use case involves complex problem-solving
  • You need advanced mathematical, logical, or analytical capabilities
  • Your tasks require multi-step reasoning processes
Note: Reasoning models take longer to generate responses as they perform additional internal reasoning steps before providing answers.

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Configuration Steps

As shown in the image above:
  1. Select “OpenAI API Compatible” as your Provider Type from the dropdown
  2. Enter the DeepSeek Endpoint URL: https://api.deepseek.com/v1/
  3. Enter your DeepSeek API Key
  4. Specify the Model Name (e.g., deepseek-chat or deepseek-reasoner)
  5. (Optional) Check “Multimodal” if your model supports image input
  6. (Optional) Check “Reasoning” if using a reasoning-focused model
  7. Click “Add Model” to complete the setup
All fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required to successfully configure the DeepSeek integration. You must complete these fields to proceed with the setup.

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Supported Models

DeepSeek offers several model variants optimized for different use cases:
  • deepseek-chat - General-purpose conversational AI with strong performance across various tasks
  • deepseek-reasoner - Specialized model with enhanced reasoning capabilities for complex problem-solving
For the most up-to-date list of available models and their capabilities, refer to the DeepSeek documentation.

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Usage Considerations

  • API usage counts against your DeepSeek account quota and billing
  • Different models have different pricing structures
  • Check your account balance and rate limits regularly
  • Reasoning models may have higher latency due to their enhanced thinking process
  • Context window sizes vary by model - verify limits for your use case

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Troubleshooting

Connection Issues:
  • Verify the endpoint URL is correct: https://api.deepseek.com/v1/
  • Ensure you have internet connectivity
  • Check if DeepSeek’s services are operational
Authentication Errors:
  • Verify your API key is correct and has not expired
  • Ensure your API key has been properly copied without extra spaces
  • Check that your DeepSeek account has sufficient credits
  • Confirm your account is in good standing
Model Not Found:
  • Verify the model name is spelled correctly (e.g., deepseek-chat)
  • Check that the model is available in your region
  • Ensure your account has access to the specified model
  • Refer to the latest DeepSeek documentation for current model names
Rate Limiting:
  • Check your account’s rate limits in the DeepSeek dashboard
  • Consider upgrading your plan if you frequently hit rate limits
  • Implement appropriate retry logic in your application
Response Errors:
  • Ensure the selected model is currently available
  • Verify that multimodal/reasoning flags match the model’s capabilities
  • Check the DeepSeek status page for any ongoing issues
For additional support:
  • Visit the DeepSeek documentation
  • Contact DeepSeek support through their platform
  • Reach out to PipesHub support for integration-specific questions