How do I install the openocd debugger 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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OpenOCD Debugger MCP Server

Debug microcontrollers from Claude via OpenOCD: flash, breakpoints, memory and registers by name.

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What is the OpenOCD Debugger MCP Server?

Debug microcontrollers from Claude via OpenOCD: flash, breakpoints, memory and registers by name.

The short version

Once connected to a target through a debug probe (ST-Link, J-Link, CMSIS-DAP, …), your AI assistant can:

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
transport	"swd" or "jtag". Set "swd" for a J-Link on Cortex-M
svd_file	CMSIS-SVD file for the chip (enables peripheral registers by name).
elf_file	your firmware build output (enables variables by name).
read_only	false
allow_memory_write	true
allow_flash	true
allow_flash_erase	false
allow_raw_command	true
flash_allowed_paths	[] (any)

How to install the OpenOCD Debugger MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "openocd": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["caches"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

“Use OpenOCD Debugger to Live.”
“Use OpenOCD Debugger to transport.”
“Use OpenOCD Debugger to svd file.”

Frequently asked questions

Debug microcontrollers from Claude via OpenOCD: flash, breakpoints, memory and registers by name. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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