> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.pipeshub.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # DeepSeek > Configure PipesHub Workplace AI to use DeepSeek AI models via OpenAI-compatible API # 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. ## 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 ## Prerequisites Before configuring DeepSeek in PipesHub, ensure you have: 1. A DeepSeek account at [https://platform.deepseek.com](https://platform.deepseek.com) 2. An active API key from the DeepSeek platform 3. Sufficient API credits or an active subscription ## Required Fields ### 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 ### 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](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. ### 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](https://platform.deepseek.com/docs) as model names may be updated. ## Optional Features ### 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](https://platform.deepseek.com/docs) 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. ### 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. ## 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.** ## 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](https://platform.deepseek.com/docs). ## 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 ## 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](https://platform.deepseek.com/docs) * Contact DeepSeek support through their platform * Reach out to PipesHub support for integration-specific questions