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NousResearch provides the Hermes 4 family of models, focused on advanced reasoning and creative depth rather than optimizing purely for inference speed. Website: https://nousresearch.com/

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Getting an API Key

  1. Sign Up/Sign In: Go to the NousResearch inference platform. Create an account or sign in.
  2. Navigate to API Keys: Access the API key section.
  3. Create a Key: Generate a new API key.
  4. Copy the Key: Copy the API key immediately and store it securely.

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Supported Models

Cline supports the following NousResearch models:
  • Hermes-4-405B (Default) - Largest Hermes 4 model focused on advanced reasoning and creative depth (128K context, 0.09/0.09/0.37 per 1M tokens)
  • Hermes-4-70B - Balanced model for complex reasoning while staying fast and cost-effective (128K context, 0.05/0.05/0.20 per 1M tokens)

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Configuration in Cline

  1. Open Cline Settings: Click the settings icon (⚙️) in the Cline panel.
  2. Select Provider: Choose “NousResearch” from the “API Provider” dropdown.
  3. Enter API Key: Paste your NousResearch API key.
  4. Select Model: Choose your desired model from the “Model” dropdown.

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Tips and Notes

  • Reasoning Focus: Hermes 4 models are designed for advanced reasoning and creative depth.
  • Competitive Pricing: Very affordable pricing for large parameter models.
  • 128K Context: Both models support 128K token context windows.