1Panel + Roo Code: Complete MCP Integration

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

When integrated with Roo Code, 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 Roo Code, 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 Roo Code
• 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
• Roo Code installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Installation

Step 1: Install 1Panel

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Roo Code

1. Locate your configuration file:

   • Windows: %USERPROFILE%\.roo\mcp_settings.json
   • macOS: ~/.roo/mcp_settings.json
   • Linux: ~/.roo/mcp_settings.json

2. Add server configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "1panel": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "1panel"],
      "env": {
        "PANEL_ACCESS_TOKEN": "your-1panel-access-token-here",
        "PANEL_HOST": "http://localhost:8080"
      }
    }
  }
}

3. Restart Roo Code

Completely quit and restart Roo Code to load the new configuration.

Examples

Once configured, you can use 1Panel in Roo Code:

Get System Overview

Check 1Panel server status and system information

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

Expected Result: SSL certificate generated and configured for HTTPS access

Testing Your Setup

1. Start a new conversation in Roo Code
2. Ask Roo Code to list available tools
3. Try using 1Panel functionality

Test prompts:

• "Type @ and verify 1Panel appears in the tools list"
• "Ask: "Use 1Panel to help with my task""
• "Check Roo Code output panel for server connection status"

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 Not Connecting

Symptoms: Server not appearing in tools list, Connection timeout, MCP tools unavailable

Cause: Incorrect configuration or server not starting

Solution:

• Verify mcp_settings.json syntax is correct
• Check that Node.js and npx are installed and in PATH
• View Roo Code output panel for error messages
• Test server command manually in terminal: npx -y {server_id}
• Ensure environment variables are properly set

Permission Denied Errors

Symptoms: Cannot execute commands, File access denied, Terminal commands blocked

Cause: Roo Code requires explicit permission for file and command operations

Solution:

• Review and approve permission requests when prompted
• Check VS Code workspace trust settings
• Enable necessary permissions in Roo Code settings
• Verify file and folder permissions on your system

API Key or Model Issues

Symptoms: Authentication failed, Model not responding, No AI completions

Cause: AI model API key not configured or invalid

Solution:

• Verify API key is correctly set in Roo Code settings
• Check API key has sufficient credits/quota
• Test with a different AI model provider
• Review Roo Code output panel for API error details

Custom Mode Not Working with MCP

Symptoms: MCP tools not available in custom mode, Mode cannot access server

Cause: Custom mode configuration does not include MCP tool permissions

Solution:

• Edit custom mode configuration to include MCP tools
• Add "Use MCP" to available tools in mode definition
• Ensure mode has appropriate permissions for external tools
• Test with default mode first to verify MCP server works

Extension Conflicts

Symptoms: Roo Code not responding, VS Code performance issues, Unexpected behavior

Cause: Conflicts with other AI coding extensions

Solution:

• Disable other AI coding extensions (Cline, Continue, etc.)
• Restart VS Code after disabling conflicting extensions
• Check VS Code extension logs for conflict errors
• Use only one AI coding assistant extension at a time

1Panel not appearing in Roo Code

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

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

Next Steps

Now that 1Panel is integrated with Roo Code:

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

Need Help?

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