AgentBay + Roo Code: Complete MCP Integration

AgentBay is a MCP server that An MCP server for providing serverless cloud infrastructure for AI agents..

When integrated with Roo Code, you can:

• One-click environment session management with automatic scaling
• Web browser access and automation within cloud environments
• File management and manipulation in cloud environments

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up AgentBay in Roo Code, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• AgentBay will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use AgentBay tools directly in Roo Code
• All AgentBay capabilities will be available for your workflows
• Access to 5 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

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

Installation

Step 1: Install AgentBay

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": {
    "agentbay": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "agentbay"],
      "env": {
        
      }
    }
  }
}

3. Restart Roo Code

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

Examples

Once configured, you can use AgentBay in Roo Code:

Open Browser Session

Launch browser and navigate to specific website

Ask Roo Code: "Open browser with wuying-agentbay and access wuying.aliyun.com"

Expected Result: Browser session started with navigation to specified URL and screen streaming enabled

Development Environment Setup

Create isolated development environment for coding project

Ask Roo Code: "Set up a Python development environment with required packages for data analysis"

Expected Result: Linux environment created with Python, pip, and data analysis libraries installed

File Processing Workflow

Upload, process, and download files using cloud resources

Ask Roo Code: "Upload my dataset.csv, run data processing script, and download the results"

Expected Result: File uploaded, processing completed in cloud environment, results available for download

Multi-Agent Deployment

Deploy multiple AI agents for parallel processing

Ask Roo Code: "Deploy 5 AI agents for parallel image processing tasks with load balancing"

Expected Result: Multiple agent instances deployed, work distributed, and results aggregated

Testing Your Setup

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

Test prompts:

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

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

API Key Authentication Failed

Symptoms: Access denied errors, Invalid API key messages, 401 Unauthorized

Cause: Invalid or expired API key

Solution:

• Verify API key is correct and active in AgentBay Console
• Check API key permissions and quotas
• Regenerate API key if expired or compromised
• Ensure API key is properly URL-encoded in SSE endpoint

Concurrent Instance Limit Exceeded

Symptoms: Resource allocation errors, Instance creation failures

Cause: Public beta limit of 10 concurrent instances reached

Solution:

• Wait for existing instances to complete or terminate them
• Optimize workflows to use fewer concurrent instances
• Consider upgrading to production plan for higher limits
• Monitor instance usage and implement resource pooling

Environment Session Lost

Symptoms: Session disconnection, State not persisted, Data loss

Cause: Network connectivity issues or session timeout

Solution:

• Use EXTERNALID parameter for persistent sessions
• Implement session restoration mechanisms
• Save work frequently to persistent storage
• Check network stability and connection quality

Screen Streaming Performance Issues

Symptoms: Lag in browser streaming, Poor video quality, Connection drops

Cause: Network bandwidth limitations or high latency

Solution:

• Check internet connection speed and stability
• Use lower quality settings for better performance
• Choose nearest edge location for better latency
• Optimize browser usage for streaming performance

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

AgentBay not appearing in Roo Code

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

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

Next Steps

Now that AgentBay is integrated with Roo Code:

• Explore all AgentBay 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 AgentBay development

Need Help?

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