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## Jan Device Compatible
Jan is compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it accessible for a wide range of users. This compatibility allows users to leverage Jan's AI tools effectively, regardless of their device or operating system.
:::note
For detailed system requirements and setup instructions, refer to our [Hardware Setup](/guides/hardware/) guide.
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## Install Server-Side
To install Jan from source, follow the steps below:
### Pre-requisites
Before proceeding with the installation of Jan from source, ensure that the following software versions are installed on your system:
- Node.js version 20.0.0 or higher
- Yarn version 1.22.0 or higher
### Install Jan Development Build
1. Clone the Jan repository from GitHub by using the following command:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/janhq/jan
git checkout DESIRED_BRANCH
cd jan
```
2. Install the required dependencies by using the following Yarn command:
```bash
yarn install
# Build core module
yarn build:core
# Packing base plugins
yarn build:plugins
# Packing uikit
yarn build:uikit
```
3. Run the development server.
```bash
yarn dev
```
This will start the development server and open the desktop app. During this step, you may encounter notifications about installing base plugins. Simply click **OK** and **Next** to continue.
### Install Jan Production Build
1. Clone the Jan repository from GitHub by using the following command:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/janhq/jan
cd jan
```
2. Install the required dependencies by using the following Yarn command:
```bash
yarn install
# Build core module
yarn build:core
# Packing base plugins
yarn build:plugins
# Packing uikit
yarn build:uikit
```
3. Run the production server.
```bash
yarn
```
This completes the installation process for Jan from source. The production-ready app for macOS can be found in the dist folder.
