Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData

Name: Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData
Author: CDataSoftware

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About Microsoft Exchange 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 Microsoft Exchange (beta)](https://www.cdata.com/download/download.aspx?sku=CEZK-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\\microsoft-exchange.prp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

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Overview

What is Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData?

A read-only MCP server that allows LLMs (like Claude Desktop) to query live Microsoft Exchange data using natural language. It wraps the CData JDBC Driver for Microsoft Exchange, exposing Exchange data as relational SQL models accessible via the Model Context Protocol.

How to use Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData?

Clone the repository, build with mvn clean install, download and license the CData JDBC Driver for Microsoft Exchange, generate a JDBC connection string, create a .prp file with connection properties, then configure the server in your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) by adding an entry to claude_desktop_config.json pointing to the built JAR and properties file.

Key features of Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData

Read-only access to Microsoft Exchange data via MCP tools
Natural language querying – no SQL required
Exposes Exchange data as relational tables and columns
Built on the CData JDBC Driver for Microsoft Exchange
Supports custom table selection and server configuration
Uses stdio transport for local client communication

Use cases of Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData

Ask Claude Desktop about calendar events, emails, or contacts
Retrieve and summarize Exchange mailbox data with natural language
Integrate Exchange data into AI-driven workflows without writing SQL
Enable non-technical users to explore Exchange information conversationally

FAQ from Microsoft Exchange MCP Server by CData

Is this server read-only?

Yes, this open-source MCP server is read-only. For full create, update, delete, and action capabilities, CData offers a separate beta MCP server with a simplified setup.

What are the runtime requirements?

Java (to run the JAR), Maven (to build), and the CData JDBC Driver for Microsoft Exchange (download and license required). The server runs on Windows, Mac, or Linux.

How does the server connect to Exchange?

It uses a JDBC connection string configured in a .prp file. The CData JDBC Driver translates Exchange data into relational SQL models. OAuth may be required for authentication.

What transport does the server use?

The server uses stdio transport, so it can only be used with MCP clients running on the same machine.

How do I troubleshoot connection issues?

Use the JDBC Connection String utility to test the connection, copy the string into the .prp file, ensure the client is fully restarted, and contact CData Support if problems persist.