Start Local Server (LM Studio)
Open Local Server
- In LM Studio open the Local Server (or Developer / Server) panel.
- Confirm the model you want to expose is loaded.
- Start the server; note from the UI:
| Item | Common default |
|---|---|
| Port | 1234 (follow your UI) |
| Listen address | Allow LAN (turn on 0.0.0.0 / “Allow devices on the network” if present) |
- On the PC, test:
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http://127.0.0.1:1234/v1/modelsBrowser or curl showing a model list means the service is up.
LAN and firewall
- Find the PC LAN IP (see Quickstart).
- Allow LM Studio’s TCP port in the firewall (often
1234). - From another device open
http://YOUR_PC_IP:1234/v1/models.
Address for MiniTavern
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http://YOUR_PC_IP:1234/v1| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Base URL | Address above |
| API Key | Usually empty or any placeholder |
| Model name | Exact id from Local Server’s loaded / list |