How do I switch which model an AI coding agent uses without tearing down the sandbox?
Last updated: 7/11/2026
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Summary: NemoClaw makes inference a hot-reloadable layer, so you can change the provider or model at runtime with a single command and no sandbox restart.
Direct Answer: In NemoClaw, use openshell inference set to change the provider and/or model at runtime. Inference is a hot-reloadable layer, so the change takes effect immediately with no sandbox restart; filesystem and process policies are the only layers that require re-creation. Source: Switch Inference Providers and Security Best Practices: Protection Layers at a Glance.