Frequently asked questions

1. Do I need to install Hermes Agent manually?

Answer: No. Hermes Agent is pre-installed on your Exabytes VPS. Complete onboarding and provider configuration.

2. Is an LLM API key included?
Answer: Not by default. Unless the service package explicitly includes credits or credentials, obtain your own API key and manage provider charges.

3. Can I use any AI model?

Answer: Use models supported by your Hermes release and provider integration, and enabled for your account.

4. Does Hermes Agent require internet access?

Answer: Yes, for an externally hosted LLM. Additional integrations may require connectivity to other services.

5. Is additional security hardening included?

Answer: The agent is pre-installed, but customer-specific security hardening is optional and not included unless stated in the service agreement.

6. Who maintains the VPS?

Answer: The customer manages ongoing configuration, application maintenance, hardening, backups, and the self-managed VPS, subject to the subscribed service scope.

7. Can I upgrade Hermes Agent?
Answer: Yes, using the update process supported by the installed release. Back up important data and review release notes first.

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