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@@ -10,13 +10,31 @@ The Fern CLI lets you initialize projects, validate API definitions, preview cha
 
 ## Installation
 
+<Steps>
+<Step title="Check prerequisites">
+
+The Fern CLI requires [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/) version 18 or higher and npm version 8.6.0 or higher (ships with Node.js 18).
+
+```bash
+node -v  # Must be v18.0.0 or higher
+```
+
+If your version is below the minimum, [download the latest Node.js LTS](https://nodejs.org/) which includes a compatible npm version.
+
+</Step>
+
+<Step title="Install the Fern CLI">
+
 Run the following command to install the Fern CLI globally from [npm](https://www.npmjs.com/):
 
 ```bash
 npm install -g fern-api
-fern -v
+fern -v  # Verify the installation
 ```
 
+</Step>
+</Steps>
+
 <Accordion title="Install locally as a project dependency">
 
 If you prefer to manage Fern as a project dependency or are working in an environment with limited internet connectivity, install the CLI locally: