beginner⏱️ 10-20 minutes📅 Updated July 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate MCP SO MCP server with MCP Inspector. Enhanced MCP Inspector functionality with MCP SO integration.

MCP SO + MCP Inspector: Complete MCP Integration

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When integrated with MCP Inspector, you can:

  • Access MCP SO functionality through MCP Inspector

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up MCP SO in MCP Inspector, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • MCP SO will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use MCP SO tools directly in MCP Inspector
  • All MCP SO capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • MCP Inspector installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (CLI Tool)

Installation

Step 1: Install MCP SO

Configuration

Step 2: Configure MCP Inspector

  1. Open MCP Inspector settings
  2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
  3. Add MCP SO server with appropriate settings
  4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use MCP SO in MCP Inspector:

Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch MCP Inspector
  2. Verify MCP SO is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic MCP SO functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Connection Failed

Symptoms: Inspector UI shows "Disconnected"

Cause: Server process exited or failed to start.

Solution:

  • Check the terminal where you ran npx ... for error output from your server.
  • Ensure your server prints JSON-RPC messages to stdout.

Tools Not Showing

Symptoms: Tool list is empty

Cause: Server did not send tools/list response or capabilities negotiation failed.

Solution:

  • Check the "Console" or "Logs" tab in the Inspector to see the raw communication.
  • Verify your server code correctly implements the ListToolsRequest handler.

MCP SO not appearing in MCP Inspector

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check MCP SO installation
  • Restart MCP Inspector
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that MCP SO is integrated with MCP Inspector:

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

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MCP SO + MCP Inspector: MCP Setup Guide (2026)