> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.poolside.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Use Poolside models in Hermes

> Configure Hermes to use Poolside models through OpenRouter.

## Watch the setup video

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## Prerequisites

* You have an OpenRouter API key with access to Poolside models. To create one, go to [OpenRouter API keys](https://openrouter.ai/keys).

## Steps

1. In Hermes, choose **OpenRouter** as your provider.

   For provider details, see the [Hermes provider docs](https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/docs/integrations/providers).

2. Enter your `OPENROUTER_API_KEY`.

3. Set the default model to a Poolside model.

## Related resources

* [Supported models](/get-started/supported-models)
* [Hermes documentation](https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/docs/)