mcp shell server
pipStandardThe MCP Shell Server allows AI agents to execute shell commands securely on remote systems. It provides command execution, output capture, and error handling. It connects to Unix-like systems via SSH. Developers use it for remote system management, automation, and integration with other tools.
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Overview
The MCP Shell Server allows AI agents to execute shell commands securely on remote systems. It provides command execution, output capture, and error handling. It connects to Unix-like systems via SSH. Developers use it for remote system management, automation, and integration with other tools.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install mcp-shell-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"tumf-mcp-shell-server-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install mcp-shell-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp shell server?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- 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 shell server?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp shell server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp shell server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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