1Panel + Memex: Complete MCP Integration
1Panel is a MCP server that MCP server implementation that provides 1Panel interaction.
When integrated with Memex, 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 Memex, 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 Memex
- 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
- Memex installed and configured
- Compatible operating system (Desktop (macOS), Desktop (Windows), Desktop (Linux), Web Platform (Private Beta))
Installation
Step 1: Install 1Panel
Configuration
Step 2: Configure Memex
- Open Memex 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 Memex:
Get System Overview
Check 1Panel server status and system information
Ask Memex: "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 Memex: "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 Memex: "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 Memex: "Create an SSL certificate for my website example.com"
Expected Result: SSL certificate generated and configured for HTTPS access
Testing Your Setup
- Launch Memex
- 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
MCP Server Creation Fails
Symptoms: Server generation errors, Deployment failures, Tool discovery issues
Cause: Insufficient context or invalid server specifications
Solution:
- Provide more specific details about server requirements
- Check that API credentials are correctly configured
- Review Memex logs in Control Center for detailed error messages
- Use existing templates as starting points for complex servers
- Ensure local development environment has necessary dependencies
Template Detection Not Working
Symptoms: .memex/rules.md not loaded, Generic responses instead of specialized behavior
Cause: Repository not properly cloned or rules file missing
Solution:
- Verify template was fully cloned from GitHub
- Check that .memex/rules.md exists in project root
- Re-invoke template through Memex interface
- Restart Memex to refresh project context
Installed MCP Servers Not Responding
Symptoms: Server appears in list but tools unavailable, Connection timeouts, Empty tool lists
Cause: Server not properly started or configuration issues
Solution:
- Check server status in Control Center
- Verify server endpoints are accessible
- Reinstall server from MCP Directory
- Review server logs for startup errors
- Ensure required environment variables are set
High Token Usage
Symptoms: Rapid credit consumption, Context length warnings, Slow responses
Cause: Too many MCP servers active or inefficient prompting
Solution:
- Use templates to reduce token usage by 10x
- Disable unused MCP servers in Control Center
- Leverage project-specific rules for focused context
- Break complex tasks into smaller conversations
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Symptoms: Server works on desktop but not web, Platform-specific errors
Cause: Different capabilities between desktop and web versions
Solution:
- Use desktop app for full MCP server creation capabilities
- Web version (beta) has limited server building features
- Contact [email protected] for web platform support
- Consider Streamable HTTP servers for better web compatibility
1Panel not appearing in Memex
Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available
Cause: Configuration or installation issue
Solution:
- Verify configuration syntax
- Check 1Panel installation
- Restart Memex
- Check logs for error messages
Next Steps
Now that 1Panel is integrated with Memex:
- Explore all 1Panel capabilities through Memex
- Check out other MCP servers that work with Memex
- Join the MCP community for tips and support
- Consider contributing to 1Panel development
Need Help?
- Search for 1Panel documentation
- Check the Memex MCP guide
- Join the MCP community discussions