1Panel + Cline: Complete MCP Integration

1Panel is a MCP server that MCP server implementation that provides 1Panel interaction.

When integrated with Cline, you can:

• Monitor system status and dashboard information
• Create and manage websites on 1Panel
• Handle SSL certificates and HTTPS configuration

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up 1Panel in Cline, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• 1Panel will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use 1Panel tools directly in Cline
• All 1Panel capabilities will be available for your workflows
• Access to 5 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• 1Panel access token for authentication
• 1Panel server address
• Cline installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Installation

Step 1: Install 1Panel

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Cline

1. Open Cline settings
2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
3. Add 1Panel server with appropriate settings
4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use 1Panel in Cline:

Get System Overview

Check 1Panel server status and system information

Ask Cline: "Show me the dashboard information and system status"

Expected Result: Dashboard data including CPU, memory, disk usage, and running services

Create New Website

Set up a new website with domain configuration

Ask Cline: "Create a website for domain example.com with PHP support"

Expected Result: Website created with virtual host configuration and PHP environment

Install Database Server

Install and configure MySQL server

Ask Cline: "Install MySQL and create a database called myapp_db"

Expected Result: MySQL installed, database created, and connection details provided

SSL Certificate Setup

Generate and configure SSL certificate for website

Ask Cline: "Create an SSL certificate for my website example.com"

Expected Result: SSL certificate generated and configured for HTTPS access

Testing Your Setup

1. Launch Cline
2. Verify 1Panel is available in the tools list
3. Test basic 1Panel functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Authentication Failed

Symptoms: Access denied errors, Invalid token messages, Connection refused

Cause: Invalid or missing PANEL_ACCESS_TOKEN

Solution:

• Verify PANEL_ACCESS_TOKEN is set correctly
• Check token validity in 1Panel admin interface
• Ensure token has sufficient permissions

Connection to 1Panel Failed

Symptoms: Connection timeout, Server unreachable, Network errors

Cause: Invalid PANEL_HOST or 1Panel server not running

Solution:

• Verify PANEL_HOST URL is correct
• Check 1Panel server is running on specified port
• Test network connectivity to 1Panel server
• Ensure firewall allows connections

SSE Mode Not Working

Symptoms: SSE endpoint not responding, Transport errors

Cause: Incorrect SSE configuration or port conflicts

Solution:

• Verify -addr parameter is accessible
• Check port is not in use by another service
• Ensure SSE transport is specified correctly
• Test SSE endpoint with curl

Binary Not Found

Symptoms: Command not found, mcp-1panel: command not found

Cause: Binary not in PATH or not properly installed

Solution:

• Verify binary is in /usr/local/bin or system PATH
• Check file permissions (executable bit)
• Re-download and reinstall binary
• Use full path to binary if needed

Extension Not Loading

Symptoms: Cline extension not appearing, Command palette empty

Cause: Extension installation or VS Code configuration issue

Solution:

• Verify extension is properly installed via Extensions panel
• Check VS Code version compatibility
• Reload VS Code window or restart application
• Check VS Code developer console for error messages

MCP Server Not Found

Symptoms: Server command not found, Tools unavailable in Cline

Cause: Server not installed or not accessible from VS Code

Solution:

• Verify MCP server installation and PATH configuration
• Test server command from VS Code integrated terminal
• Use absolute path to server executable in configuration
• Check server executable permissions

Configuration Not Applied

Symptoms: Settings changes not taking effect, Old configuration persisting

Cause: VS Code settings not reloaded or invalid configuration

Solution:

• Reload VS Code window after configuration changes
• Verify JSON syntax in settings.json is valid
• Check Cline extension settings panel for errors
• Review VS Code developer console for configuration warnings

Tool Execution Fails

Symptoms: MCP tools available but not working, Error during tool execution

Cause: Server configuration or environment issues

Solution:

• Verify environment variables are set correctly
• Check server logs for execution errors
• Test server functionality outside of VS Code
• Ensure all required dependencies are installed

1Panel not appearing in Cline

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check 1Panel installation
• Restart Cline
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that 1Panel is integrated with Cline:

• Explore all 1Panel capabilities through Cline
• Check out other MCP servers that work with Cline
• Join the MCP community for tips and support
• Consider contributing to 1Panel development

Need Help?

• Search for 1Panel documentation
• Check the Cline MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions