How do I install the ufo 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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Ufo MCP Server

Control your Dynatrace UFO device through MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop.

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What is the Ufo MCP Server?

Control your Dynatrace UFO device through MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop.

Credentials and setup notes

A Dynatrace UFO device on your network - Find your UFO's IP address (check your router or use ufo.local if mDNS is available)

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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
configureLighting	Set entire UFO lighting (top ring, bottom ring, logo) in one command
sendRawApi	Send raw API commands directly to the UFO
playEffect	Play a named lighting effect from the library
stopEffect	Stop current effect and resume previous one from the stack
getLedState	Query current LED state
listEffects	Show all available effects (built-in and custom)

How to install the Ufo MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ufo": {
      "command": "/usr/local/bin/ufo-mcp",
      "args": [
        "--transport",
        "stdio",
        "--ufo-ip",
        "YOUR_UFO_IP_HERE"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

A Dynatrace UFO device on your network - Find your UFO's IP address (check your router or use ufo.local if mDNS is available)

Example prompts to try

“Use Ufo to configureLighting.”
“Use Ufo to sendRawApi.”
“Use Ufo to playEffect.”

Frequently asked questions

Control your Dynatrace UFO device through MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.