Thank you for using the Cerebras MCP (Model Context Protocol) server! We're here to help you with any questions or issues you might have.
If you need help with the Cerebras MCP server, here are the best ways to get support:
Join our Discord community for real-time support, discussions, and updates: https://discord.gg/fQwFthdrq2
In our Discord, you can:
- Ask questions about using the MCP server
- Get help with API key setup and IDE configuration
- Discuss best practices for MCP integration
- Connect with other users across different IDEs
- Get updates about new features and supported IDEs
Check our documentation for detailed information about using the MCP server:
- README.md - Complete setup and usage guide
- Cerebras Inference Documentation
- Model Context Protocol Specification
For bugs, feature requests, or other issues, please file them in our GitHub issues tracker.
When filing an issue, please include:
- A clear description of the problem
- Steps to reproduce the issue
- IDE/editor being used (Claude Code, Cursor, Cline, VS Code, Crush)
- Node.js version and operating system
- Any relevant error messages or MCP server logs
- Your configuration setup (without exposing API keys)
- Visit Cerebras Cloud
- Sign up for a free account
- Navigate to the API keys section
- Generate a new API key
- Copy the key (it should start with
csk-) - Use it in the interactive setup:
cerebras-mcp --config
The Cerebras MCP server supports:
Fully Supported IDEs:
- Claude Code - Native MCP integration
- Cursor - MCP configuration via mcp.json
- Cline - Rules-based integration
- VS Code - Native MCP support via mcp.json
- Crush - Terminal AI with MCP configuration
Setup Methods:
- Interactive setup wizard:
cerebras-mcp --config - Manual configuration (see README.md)
- Removal wizard:
cerebras-mcp --remove
The MCP server provides access to:
Cerebras Models:
- All models available through Cerebras Inference API
- Optimized for code generation and editing
OpenRouter Models:
- Access to 200+ models through OpenRouter
- Includes GPT, Claude, Llama, and other popular models
For current model availability, check the Cerebras Inference Documentation.
If you're experiencing issues, check:
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API Key Configuration:
- Ensure your API key is set:
echo $CEREBRAS_API_KEY - Verify the key format (should start with
csk-) - Re-run setup if needed:
cerebras-mcp --config
- Ensure your API key is set:
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IDE Configuration:
- Check that MCP server is properly configured in your IDE
- Verify the server command path is correct
- Restart your IDE after configuration changes
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Server Status:
- Test the server directly:
CEREBRAS_API_KEY=your_key cerebras-mcp - Check for error messages in the console
- Ensure Node.js version is 18 or higher
- Test the server directly:
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Network Issues:
- Verify internet connectivity
- Check if corporate firewall blocks API access
- Test API access:
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer $CEREBRAS_API_KEY" https://api.cerebras.ai/v1/models
To update to the latest version:
npm update -g cerebras-code-mcpOr reinstall completely:
npm uninstall -g cerebras-code-mcp
npm install -g cerebras-code-mcpAfter updating:
- Restart your IDE
- Verify the new version:
cerebras-mcp --version - Re-run configuration if needed:
cerebras-mcp --config
To use the MCP server with a different IDE:
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Remove current setup:
cerebras-mcp --remove
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Set up new IDE:
cerebras-mcp --config
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Or configure multiple IDEs:
- You can have the server configured for multiple IDEs simultaneously
- Each IDE will use its own configuration files
For additional support, you can reach out through:
- Discord: https://discord.gg/fQwFthdrq2
- GitHub Issues: https://github.com/cerebras/cerebras-code-mcp/issues
- Email: support@cerebras.ai (for security issues)
If you discover a security vulnerability, please contact us at support@cerebras.ai with details.
We value your feedback and suggestions for improving the MCP server. Please share your thoughts:
- Discord Community: General discussions and feature requests
- GitHub Issues: Bug reports and specific feature requests
- GitHub Discussions: Broader conversations about MCP integration
npm install -g cerebras-code-mcpsudo npm install -g cerebras-code-mcp- Check if the process is running
- Verify API key is set correctly
- Restart your IDE
- Check the server logs for errors
- Verify MCP server configuration in your IDE
- Check that the server is properly connected
- Look for tool permission settings in your IDE
- Try restarting the MCP server connection