Overview
Use the following setup sequence:
- Select the runtime. Choose a personal computer when direct visibility and a simple interface are
priorities. Choose a hosted server when a cloud runtime is preferred.
- Keep the chosen machine powered and connected whenever Hermes is expected to work.
- Configure the primary model through the selected subscription or provider.
- Add a fallback model before relying on the system for recurring work.
- Enable the preferred speed and reasoning settings. The example configuration used fast mode with
a high setting as its normal balance.
- Install and authenticate the buddy agent on the same environment.
- Test the recovery loop by asking the buddy to inspect Hermes, identify its installation, and
explain how it would restart or repair it.
- When an error occurs, capture the visible message or screenshot, describe the last action, and
ask the buddy to diagnose and apply the fix.
Keep the recovery instruction simple: identify the failure, fix it, verify Hermes is running, then return to the original task.