1Panel + MCPHub (mcp.nvim): Complete MCP Integration
1Panel is a MCP server that MCP server implementation that provides 1Panel interaction.
When integrated with MCPHub (mcp.nvim), 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 MCPHub (mcp.nvim), 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 MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
- 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
- MCPHub (mcp.nvim) installed and configured
- Compatible operating system (Neovim 0.9+, Windows, macOS, Linux)
Installation
Step 1: Install 1Panel
Configuration
Step 2: Configure MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
- Open MCPHub (mcp.nvim) settings
- Navigate to MCP server configuration
- Add 1Panel server with appropriate settings
- Save and restart if needed
Examples
Once configured, you can use 1Panel in MCPHub (mcp.nvim):
Get System Overview
Check 1Panel server status and system information
Ask MCPHub (mcp.nvim): "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 MCPHub (mcp.nvim): "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 MCPHub (mcp.nvim): "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 MCPHub (mcp.nvim): "Create an SSL certificate for my website example.com"
Expected Result: SSL certificate generated and configured for HTTPS access
Testing Your Setup
- Launch MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
- Verify 1Panel is available in the tools list
- 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
Plugin Not Loading or Command Not Found
Symptoms: :MCPHub command not recognized, Plugin not appearing in :PlugStatus, No errors but plugin inactive
Cause: Plugin not properly installed or configuration error
Solution:
- Verify plugin is added to plugin manager configuration
- Run plugin manager install command (:PackerInstall, :PlugInstall, or Lazy auto-install)
- Check for errors in :messages after sourcing config
- Ensure dependencies (plenary.nvim, nui.nvim) are installed
- Restart Neovim completely
MCP Server Won't Start
Symptoms: Server status shows "Error", Red indicator on server, Server immediately stops after starting
Cause: Invalid server configuration or missing dependencies
Solution:
- Verify npx is installed and in PATH: npx --version
- Check MCP server package exists: npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem --help
- Review server configuration in setup() - verify command and args
- Check server logs in MCPHub interface for detailed error messages
- Ensure required environment variables are set (e.g., GITHUB_TOKEN)
- Test server manually in terminal: npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem /path
UI Not Displaying Correctly
Symptoms: Blank window, Garbled text, Layout issues, Missing borders
Cause: Terminal or Neovim rendering issues
Solution:
- Verify Neovim version is 0.9 or higher: nvim --version
- Try different border style in ui.border config ("single", "double", "rounded")
- Check terminal supports Unicode and 256 colors
- Update nui.nvim dependency to latest version
- Test with different colorscheme to rule out theme conflicts
Integration with Avante/CodeCompanion Not Working
Symptoms: AI assistant not seeing MCP tools, Tool calls failing, Integration not recognized
Cause: Integration not enabled or incompatible versions
Solution:
- Verify integration is enabled in config: integrations.avante = true
- Ensure Avante.nvim/CodeCompanion.nvim is installed and loaded
- Check versions are compatible - update both plugins to latest
- Restart Neovim after enabling integration
- Check :checkhealth for integration-specific warnings
Marketplace Not Loading
Symptoms: :MCPHubMarketplace shows empty list, Network error in marketplace, Timeout loading servers
Cause: Network connectivity issues or marketplace service unavailable
Solution:
- Verify internet connectivity
- Check firewall allows HTTPS connections
- Try again later if marketplace service is temporarily down
- Review proxy settings if behind corporate firewall
- Check :messages for detailed network error messages
Project-Local Config Not Loading
Symptoms: .mcphub.json ignored, Project servers not appearing, Only global config loaded
Cause: Config file location or format issues
Solution:
- Verify .mcphub.json is in project root (same directory as .git)
- Check JSON syntax is valid using jsonlint or similar tool
- Ensure file name is exactly .mcphub.json (case-sensitive)
- Restart Neovim after creating/modifying project config
- Check file permissions are readable
1Panel not appearing in MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available
Cause: Configuration or installation issue
Solution:
- Verify configuration syntax
- Check 1Panel installation
- Restart MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
- Check logs for error messages
Next Steps
Now that 1Panel is integrated with MCPHub (mcp.nvim):
- Explore all 1Panel capabilities through MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
- Check out other MCP servers that work with MCPHub (mcp.nvim)
- Join the MCP community for tips and support
- Consider contributing to 1Panel development
Need Help?
- Search for 1Panel documentation
- Check the MCPHub (mcp.nvim) MCP guide
- Join the MCP community discussions