use_aws_mcp + BoltAI: Complete MCP Integration

use_aws_mcp is a MCP server that amazon-q-cli's use_aws tool extracted into independent mcp, for general aws api usage..

When integrated with BoltAI, you can:

• Access use_aws_mcp functionality through BoltAI

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

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

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

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• BoltAI installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (macOS)

Installation

Step 1: Install use_aws_mcp

Configuration

Step 2: Configure BoltAI

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

Examples

Once configured, you can use use_aws_mcp in BoltAI:

Testing Your Setup

1. Launch BoltAI
2. Verify use_aws_mcp is available in the tools list
3. Test basic use_aws_mcp functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Installation Failed

Symptoms: Download errors, Installation not completing

Cause: macOS security settings or corrupted download

Solution:

• Check macOS security preferences allow app installation
• Re-download installer from official website
• Try installing via Homebrew as alternative
• Ensure sufficient disk space and admin permissions

MCP Server Not Found

Symptoms: Server command not found, Path errors

Cause: Server not installed or not in PATH

Solution:

• Verify MCP server installation using Terminal
• Use absolute path to server executable
• Check server executable permissions (chmod +x)
• Test server command from Terminal first

Connection Fails

Symptoms: Server status shows disconnected, Connection timeout

Cause: Server configuration or environment issues

Solution:

• Check server configuration parameters
• Verify environment variables are set correctly
• Restart BoltAI after configuration changes
• Check macOS firewall and security settings

Tools Not Available in Conversation

Symptoms: Server connected but tools not accessible, Limited functionality

Cause: Tool registration or permission issues

Solution:

• Verify server implements MCP protocol correctly
• Check BoltAI permissions for tool access
• Restart conversation or create new chat session
• Review server logs for tool registration errors

use_aws_mcp not appearing in BoltAI

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check use_aws_mcp installation
• Restart BoltAI
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that use_aws_mcp is integrated with BoltAI:

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

Need Help?

• Search for use_aws_mcp documentation
• Check the BoltAI MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions