trevorwilkerson_Windows-MCP-Server-Installation-Verification-Guide
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of setting up and verifying a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server on Windows, highlighting key differences from MacOS installations.
The Windows MCP Server Installation Verification Guide is designed to assist users in setting up and verifying the installation of an MCP server on Windows 10. The guide emphasizes the differences between Windows and MacOS installations, such as the need for absolute file paths and explicit references to node.exe instead of using npx commands. It provides a step-by-step process for checking prerequisites, verifying installation status, and troubleshooting common issues. The guide also includes a comparison of file system structures, command execution, and configuration file formats between MacOS and Windows 10, offering insights into converting setups between these platforms.
Features
- Step-by-step installation verification process
- Comparison of MacOS and Windows 10 setups
- Troubleshooting guide for common issues
- Detailed directory structure verification
- Execution test with expected success message
Usage with Different Platforms
Windows 10
cmd
# Package execution
node "C:\Users\Username\AppData\Roaming\npm\node_modules\@package-name\dist\index.js"
# Global installation (as Administrator)
npm install -g @package-name
# Permission setting
# Run CMD as Administrator
MacOS
bash
# Package execution
npx @modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking
# Global installation
sudo npm install -g @package-name
# Permission setting
chmod +x ./script.sh
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if npm config get prefix shows an unexpected location?
Reset the npm prefix by running npm config set prefix "%APPDATA%\npm".
How do I resolve a MODULE_NOT_FOUND error?
Verify the installation with npm install -g @modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking and ensure file paths match exactly.
What if node.exe is not found?
Verify Node.js installation and add it to the PATH if needed.
How can I fix incomplete directory structures?
Uninstall the package with npm uninstall -g @modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking, clear the npm cache with npm cache clean --force, and reinstall the package.
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