// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

IBMI TOOLS

8 tools from the Ibmi MCP Server, categorised by risk level.

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// ALL 8 IBMI TOOLS
READ 2 tools
Read download_file Download a file from the IBM i to the local system. Read read_screen read_screen
WRITE 1 tools
Write upload_file Upload a file from the local system to the IBM i.
EXECUTE 4 tools
Execute connect Connect to an IBM i system via TN5250. Execute send_key Send an attention/function key and wait for the host response. Execute send_keys Type text into the current input field at the cursor position. Execute set_cursor Position the cursor at the specified location.
OTHER 1 tools
Other disconnect Disconnect the active TN5250 session.

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// FAQ
How many tools does the Ibmi MCP server have? +

The Ibmi MCP server exposes 8 tools across 4 categories: Read, Write, Execute, Other.

How do I enforce policies on Ibmi tools? +

Route the Ibmi server through the PolicyLayer gateway. Define allow, deny, or approval rules per tool in the dashboard; they are enforced on every call before it reaches the server.

What risk categories do Ibmi tools fall into? +

Ibmi tools are categorised as Read (2), Write (1), Execute (4), Other (1). Each category has a recommended default policy.

Enforce policy on every Ibmi tool call.

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