The ssh-mcp server allows AI agents to execute commands and manage files on Linux and Windows systems via SSH. It provides SSH client functionality, including command execution, file transfer, and port forwarding. The server connects to remote systems using SSH protocols and credentials. Developers use it to automate system administration tasks, deploy code, and manage infrastructure.
The ssh-mcp server allows AI agents to execute commands and manage files on Linux and Windows systems via SSH. It provides SSH client functionality, including command execution, file transfer, and port forwarding. The server connects to remote systems using SSH protocols and credentials. Developers use it to automate system administration tasks, deploy code, and manage infrastructure.
npx -y ssh-mcpAdd this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"ssh-mcp-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y ssh-mcp"
]
}
}
}Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from ssh-mcp?"
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from ssh-mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| SSH-MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your ssh-mcp API key |
"What resources are available in ssh-mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
"Show me details about [specific item] in ssh-mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
"Create a new [item] in ssh-mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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