POX MCP Server

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POX MCP Server config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pox": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": [
        "--directory",
        "parent_of_servers_repo/servers/src/mcp_server_pox",
        "run",
        "server.py"
      ],
      "env": {
        "POX_SERVER_URL": "http://localhost:8000"
      }
    }
  }
}

POX MCP Server tools

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Overview

What is POX MCP Server?

POX MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides network control and management capabilities through the POX SDN controller. It enables Python-based network programming, OpenFlow device management, and automated network analysis through POX's modular architecture, targeting educational environments, network prototyping, and SDN research.

How to use POX MCP Server?

Configure the server in Claude Desktop by adding a "pox" entry under mcpServers in the JSON settings. The server runs via uv and requires the environment variable POX_SERVER_URL set to the URL of a running POX controller (e.g., http://localhost:8000).

Key features of POX MCP Server

Exposes dynamic resources for POX configuration and network topology
Provides interactive prompts for network manager, hub, and learning switch
Lists all connected OpenFlow datapaths with connection status
Retrieves detailed switch descriptions and flow statistics
Configures POX flow tables from the MCP client
Appends network insights to a persistent configuration memo

Use cases of POX MCP Server

Manage OpenFlow switches and flow rules through Claude Desktop
Build and test L2 hub and learning switch implementations in POX
Collect and analyze network topology and flow statistics interactively
Automate SDN experiments and network policy prototyping
Support classroom instruction and SDN research with a conversational interface

Frequently asked questions

What runtime does POX MCP Server require?

The server runs using `uv` and must connect to a running POX controller, specified via the `POX_SERVER_URL` environment variable (default `http://localhost:8000`).

How do I access network topology and configuration data?

The server exposes two dynamic resources: `pox://network-config` for controller configuration and discovered insights, and `pox://topology` for real-time network topology showing active switches, host locations, and link status.

What kind of prompts are available?

Three prompts are provided: `pox-network-manager` for general POX controller management, `simple-hub` for a basic L2 hub implementation, and `learning-switch` for an L2 learning switch. Each requires a `topic` or `dpid` argument.

Can I add custom observations to the server's state?

Yes, the `append_insight` tool accepts a string insight and updates the `pox://network-config` resource with the new network observation or analysis.

What license applies to this server?

The server is licensed under the MIT License, allowing free use, modification, and distribution.

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