mcp-ssh
npxStandardThe mcp-ssh server provides secure SSH access for remote command execution and file management within the Model Context Protocol. It connects to local or remote systems via SSH, allowing AI agents to run commands, transfer files, and manage directories. Developers use it for automating infrastructure tasks, deploying models, and managing environments.
55160Updated 12/2/2024
Overview
The mcp-ssh server provides secure SSH access for remote command execution and file management within the Model Context Protocol. It connects to local or remote systems via SSH, allowing AI agents to run commands, transfer files, and manage directories. Developers use it for automating infrastructure tasks, deploying models, and managing environments.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-ssh2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-ssh-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-ssh"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp-ssh?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp-ssh?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp-ssh"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp-ssh with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with mcp-ssh
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