How to use mssql_mcp_server?

1. Install a compatible MCP client (like Claude Desktop). 2. Open your configuration settings. 3. Add mssql_mcp_server using the following command: npx @modelcontextprotocol/mssql-mcp-server 4. Restart the client and verify the new tools are active.

🛡️ Scoped (Restricted)

npx @modelcontextprotocol/mssql-mcp-server --scope restricted

🔓 Unrestricted Access

npx @modelcontextprotocol/mssql-mcp-server

mssql_mcp_server FAQ

Is mssql_mcp_server safe?

Yes, mssql_mcp_server follows the standardized Model Context Protocol security patterns and only executes tools with explicit user-granted permissions.

Is mssql_mcp_server up to date?

mssql_mcp_server is currently active in the registry with 325 stars on GitHub, indicating its reliability and community support.

Are there any limits for mssql_mcp_server?

Usage limits depend on the specific implementation of the MCP server and your system resources. Refer to the official documentation below for technical details.

Microsoft SQL Server MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for secure SQL Server database access through Claude Desktop.

Features

🔍 List database tables
📊 Execute SQL queries (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)
🔐 Multiple authentication methods (SQL, Windows, Azure AD)
🏢 LocalDB and Azure SQL support
🔌 Custom port configuration

Quick Start

Install with Claude Desktop

Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mssql": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["microsoft_sql_server_mcp"],
      "env": {
        "MSSQL_SERVER": "localhost",
        "MSSQL_DATABASE": "your_database",
        "MSSQL_USER": "your_username",
        "MSSQL_PASSWORD": "your_password"
      }
    }
  }
}

Configuration

Basic SQL Authentication

MSSQL_SERVER=localhost          # Required
MSSQL_DATABASE=your_database    # Required
MSSQL_USER=your_username        # Required for SQL auth
MSSQL_PASSWORD=your_password    # Required for SQL auth

Windows Authentication

MSSQL_SERVER=localhost
MSSQL_DATABASE=your_database
MSSQL_WINDOWS_AUTH=true         # Use Windows credentials

Azure SQL Database

MSSQL_SERVER=your-server.database.windows.net
MSSQL_DATABASE=your_database
MSSQL_USER=your_username
MSSQL_PASSWORD=your_password
# Encryption is automatic for Azure

Optional Settings

MSSQL_PORT=1433                 # Custom port (default: 1433)
MSSQL_ENCRYPT=true              # Force encryption

Alternative Installation Methods

Using pip

pip install microsoft_sql_server_mcp

Then in claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mssql": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": ["-m", "mssql_mcp_server"],
      "env": { ... }
    }
  }
}

Development

git clone https://github.com/RichardHan/mssql_mcp_server.git
cd mssql_mcp_server
pip install -e .

Security

Create a dedicated SQL user with minimal permissions
Never use admin/sa accounts
Use Windows Authentication when possible
Enable encryption for sensitive data

License

MIT

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