Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData

What is Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData?

The Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData is a read-only Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables large language models (LLMs) such as Claude Desktop to query live Apache Hbase data using natural language. It is built on the CData JDBC Driver for Apache Hbase, which exposes Hbase data as relational SQL models, and wraps that driver into a simple MCP interface — no SQL required from the user.

How to use Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData?

Clone the repository and build the JAR with mvn clean install. Install and license the CData JDBC Driver for Apache Hbase. Use the driver’s Connection String utility to configure your connection, then create a .prp file with the required properties (Prefix, ServerName, DriverPath, DriverClass, JdbcUrl, etc.). Add the server to your Claude Desktop configuration (claude_desktop_config.json) using java -jar CDataMCP-jar-with-dependencies.jar <path-to-prp>. Run or restart Claude Desktop to start querying your Hbase data.

Key features of Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData

• Read-only SQL access to live Apache Hbase data
• Natural language querying via MCP-compatible LLM clients
• Built on the CData JDBC Driver for Apache Hbase
• Works with Claude Desktop and other stdio-based MCP clients
• Uses a simple .prp file for connection configuration
• Supports OAuth authentication when required by the data source

Use cases of Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData

• Ask an AI assistant to retrieve Hbase table contents without writing SQL
• Let a language model analyze trends across Hbase columns
• Integrate Hbase data into conversational workflows in Claude Desktop
• Quickly explore Hbase schema through automated tools (get_tables, get_columns)

FAQ from Apache Hbase MCP Server by CData

Is this server read-only or can it write data?

The server is explicitly a read-only MCP server. It only exposes SQL SELECT queries via the run_query tool. For full read, write, update, and delete capabilities, CData offers a separate free beta MCP server.

What dependencies are required to run this server?

You need Java (to run the JAR), the CData JDBC Driver for Apache Hbase (downloaded and licensed separately), and an MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) that supports stdio transport.

How is authentication handled for Hbase?

The CData JDBC Driver’s Connection String utility lets you configure authentication, including OAuth. After testing the connection, you copy the resulting connection string (JdbcUrl) into your .prp file.

What transport does this server use?

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

Where can I get help if something goes wrong?

For connection issues, contact the CData Support Team. For general MCP server feedback, join the CData Community. Troubleshooting tips include restarting Claude Desktop fully and verifying the connection string.