SQL Server Express MCP Server
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An MCP server designed to interact with Microsoft SQL Server Express, supporting both Windows and SQL Server authentication methods. It enables various database operations through a defined set of tools.
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What is SQL Server Express MCP Server?
This is an MCP (Message Communication Protocol) server that provides an interface for interacting with Microsoft SQL Server Express databases. It allows users to execute queries, manage tables, and retrieve database information.
How to use SQL Server Express MCP Server?
To use this server, you need to clone the repository, set up a Python virtual environment, install the required dependencies (including the Microsoft ODBC Driver 18 for SQL Server), and configure the server within your claude_desktop_config.json file. You can then specify connection parameters like server instance, authentication type, and allowed databases.
Key features of SQL Server Express MCP Server
get_allowed_databases
read_query
write_query
create_table
list_tables
describe_table
Use cases of SQL Server Express MCP Server
Executing SELECT queries to retrieve data
Executing INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE queries to modify data
Creating new tables within the database
Listing all tables in a database
Describing the schema of a specific table
Automating database interactions with Claude Desktop
FAQ from SQL Server Express MCP Server
What authentication methods are supported?
What authentication methods are supported?
The server supports both Windows Authentication and SQL Server Authentication.
What are the prerequisites for using this server?
What are the prerequisites for using this server?
You need Python 3.10 or higher, Microsoft ODBC Driver 18 for SQL Server, and a SQL Server instance with appropriate permissions.
How do I configure Windows Authentication?
How do I configure Windows Authentication?
Set --auth windows and --trusted-connection yes in the server configuration.
How do I configure SQL Server Authentication?
How do I configure SQL Server Authentication?
Set --auth sql and provide --username and --password in the server configuration.
What is the purpose of the --allowed-databases parameter?
What is the purpose of the --allowed-databases parameter?
This parameter specifies a comma-separated list of databases that the server is allowed to access, restricting access to only those databases.