Windows Installation Guide FAQs

Question 1

How do I convert paths between macOS and Windows?

Accepted Answer

Replace forward slashes (/) with double backslashes (\) in Windows paths. Add the drive letter (e.g., C:) and replace /usr/local with the appropriate Windows path.

Question 2

Why does Windows MCP server setup differ from macOS?

Accepted Answer

Windows requires absolute file paths and explicit node.exe references instead of npx commands. macOS uses relative paths and relies more on PATH resolution and `npx`.

Question 3

What is this guide for?

Accepted Answer

This guide provides a comprehensive, step-by-step process for verifying the installation of a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server on Windows. It includes troubleshooting and compares Windows and macOS setups.

Question 4

What are the common issues when setting up MCP server on Windows?

Accepted Answer

Common issues include `MODULE_NOT_FOUND` errors, incorrect file paths, permission problems with AppData, and path length limitations. The guide provides solutions for each.

Question 5

Where can I find the Node.js executable on Windows?

Accepted Answer

The Node.js executable is typically located at `C:\Program Files
odejs
ode.exe`. You can verify the exact path using the `where node` command in Command Prompt.

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