beginner⏱️ 10-20 minutes📅 Updated June 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate Smithery MCP server with SpinAI. Enhanced SpinAI functionality with Smithery integration.

Smithery + SpinAI: Complete MCP Integration

Smithery is a MCP server that Gateway to 5000+ ready-made MCP servers with one-click deployment..

When integrated with SpinAI, you can:

  • Access Smithery functionality through SpinAI

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Smithery in SpinAI, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • Smithery will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use Smithery tools directly in SpinAI
  • All Smithery capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • SpinAI installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (Node.js)

Installation

Step 1: Install Smithery

Configuration

Step 2: Configure SpinAI

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

Examples

Once configured, you can use Smithery in SpinAI:

Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch SpinAI
  2. Verify Smithery is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic Smithery functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Tool Execution Error

Symptoms: Agent fails to retrieve data

Cause: MCP server process crashed or returned invalid JSON

Solution:

  • Enable debug logging in SpinAI
  • Check stderr of the MCP server process

Timeout

Symptoms: Agent hangs on tool call

Cause: MCP server is unresponsive

Solution:

  • Configure timeouts in createMCPTool options

Smithery not appearing in SpinAI

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check Smithery installation
  • Restart SpinAI
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Smithery is integrated with SpinAI:

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

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Smithery + SpinAI: MCP Setup Guide (2026)