IBM Informix MCP Server by CData

Name: IBM Informix MCP Server by CData
Author: CDataSoftware

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About IBM Informix MCP Server by CData

This project builds a read-only MCP server. For full read, write, update, delete, and action capabilities and a simplified setup, check out our free [CData MCP Server for IBM Informix (beta)](https://www.cdata.com/download/download.aspx?sku=JIZK-V&type=beta).

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Basic information

Config

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "{classname_dash}": {
      "command": "PATH\\TO\\java.exe",
      "args": [
        "-jar",
        "PATH\\TO\\CDataMCP-jar-with-dependencies.jar",
        "PATH\\TO\\ibm-informix.prp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is IBM Informix MCP Server by CData?

IBM Informix MCP Server by CData is a read-only Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows LLMs like Claude Desktop to query live IBM Informix data using natural language, powered by the CData JDBC Driver for IBM Informix.

How to use IBM Informix MCP Server by CData?

Clone the repository, build with mvn clean install, install the CData JDBC Driver, license it, create a .prp file with the JDBC connection string, and configure Claude Desktop by adding the server to claude_desktop_config.json. Run the server with java -jar CDataMCP-jar-with-dependencies.jar <path-to>.prp.

Key features of IBM Informix MCP Server by CData

Provides read-only SQL query access to IBM Informix via MCP.
Exposes tables, columns, and query execution as MCP tools.
Uses stdio transport for local client-server communication.
Built on the CData JDBC Driver for IBM Informix.
Supports natural language queries through AI clients.

Use cases of IBM Informix MCP Server by CData

Query live IBM Informix data with natural language in Claude Desktop.
Retrieve table schemas and run SELECT queries without writing SQL.
Integrate IBM Informix into AI-driven analytics workflows.

FAQ from IBM Informix MCP Server by CData

Is IBM Informix MCP Server by CData read-only?

Yes, this project builds a read-only MCP server. For full read, write, update, delete, and action capabilities, check out the free CData MCP Server for IBM Informix (beta).

What are the runtime dependencies?

Java (to run the JAR), the CData JDBC Driver for IBM Informix (licensed), and an AI client that supports MCP (e.g., Claude Desktop). No additional databases or services are required.

Where does the data actually reside?

The data remains in the IBM Informix database. The server queries that data live through the CData JDBC Driver; it does not copy or cache data locally.

How does authentication work?

Authentication is configured within the JDBC connection string (e.g., OAuth, username/password) using the CData JDBC Driver’s Connection String utility. The driver handles the credentials.

Are there any transport or deployment limitations?

Yes. The server uses stdio transport, so it can only run on the same machine as the AI client (e.g., Claude Desktop). It does not support remote or network-based connections.