How do I install the mcp lancedb node mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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MCP LanceDB Node MCP Server

MCP server for vector search using LanceDB

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What is the MCP LanceDB Node MCP Server?

MCP LanceDB Node lets Claude, Cursor and other MCP clients work with MCP LanceDB Node directly. MCP server for vector search using LanceDB.

What MCP LanceDB Node does

A Node.js implementation for vector search using LanceDB and Ollama's embedding model.

This project demonstrates how to: - Connect to a LanceDB database - Create custom embedding functions using Ollama - Perform vector similarity search against stored documents - Process and display search results

Requirements

Node.js (v14 or later) - Ollama running locally with the nomic-embed-text model - LanceDB storage location with read/write permissions

Practical notes

Maintained by vurtnec.

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How to install the MCP LanceDB Node MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "lanceDB": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/lancedb-node/dist/index.js",
        "--db-path",
        "/path/to/your/lancedb/storage"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

Node.js (v14 or later) - Ollama running locally with the nomic-embed-text model - LanceDB storage location with read/write permissions

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for vector search using LanceDB Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.