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title: Import AI/ML Models
slug: import-aiml-models
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createdAt: 2024-09-05T19:55:58.209Z
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**Note**: This feature is available for Manufacturing Connect version 2.22.0 and later. 
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You can upload a new model or display available models from *AI/ML Models* page. 

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**Note:** You can only upload the models as a **ZIP** file containing a saved model directory with variables, assets, and a .pb (protocol buffer) file.
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# Before You Begin

Ensure to have a ZIP file that contains the necessary model configurations and parameters.

**To upload an AI/ML model zip file:**

1. Navigate to *AI/ML Models* pane.
   ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/SSUUxKZUk9bFTEPNn_6Zo/FfjJ01Os9ufpB9P4Va7eX_image.png "AI/ML Models pane")
2. Click **AI/ML MODELS** drop-down menu and select the **Upload New AI/ML Model** option.
   The *Upload AI/ML Model* dialog box appears.
   ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/SSUUxKZUk9bFTEPNn_6Zo/qKQrpLPKk6CGGNxYws9t2_image.png "AI/ML Models pane")
3. Click **SELECT FILE** button and navigate to select the ZIP file from your local computer.
   - **File Name: **(Optional) Rename the file if needed.
   - **Note:** You can only upload the models as a **ZIP** file containing a saved model directory with variables, assets, and a .pb (protocol buffer) file.
4. Click **UPLOAD.**
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# Next Steps

Refer to the following guides for access to example AI/ML solutions.

- [Machine Learning Classification Example](https://central.litmus.io/products/ml-classification-example/)
- [Machine Learning Classification](docId\:hHvgec_PzGfBWVFsyTP23)