1Panel + Goose: Complete MCP Integration

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

When integrated with Goose, 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 Goose, 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 Goose
• 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
• Goose installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Python, Cross-platform, IDE Integration)

Installation

Step 1: Install 1Panel

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Goose

1. Open Goose 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 Goose:

Get System Overview

Check 1Panel server status and system information

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

Expected Result: SSL certificate generated and configured for HTTPS access

Testing Your Setup

1. Launch Goose
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

Goose Installation Failed

Symptoms: pip install errors, Missing dependencies

Cause: Python environment or dependency issues

Solution:

• Verify Python 3.8+ is installed
• Use virtual environment for clean installation
• Install with pipx for isolated environment
• Check for conflicting packages

Configuration Not Loading

Symptoms: Config errors, Settings not applied

Cause: YAML syntax or file location issues

Solution:

• Verify YAML syntax in goose.yaml
• Check configuration file location
• Use goose config validate command
• Review configuration documentation

MCP Server Not Starting

Symptoms: Server connection failed, Agent cannot access tools

Cause: Server installation or configuration problems

Solution:

• Verify MCP server installation
• Test server independently before Goose integration
• Check server executable permissions
• Review Goose logs for connection errors

IDE Automation Not Working

Symptoms: Agent not controlling IDE, Automation failures

Cause: IDE integration or permission issues

Solution:

• Install required IDE plugins or extensions
• Check IDE automation permissions
• Verify IDE API access is enabled
• Test with simpler automation tasks first

1Panel not appearing in Goose

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

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

Next Steps

Now that 1Panel is integrated with Goose:

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

Need Help?

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