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Troubleshooting Connection Issues with the Hacker News Server

Understanding Common Connection Problems

When you're unable to connect to the Hacker News MCP server, the issue typically falls into one of several categories: configuration errors, network problems, or server status issues. This guide will help you systematically diagnose and resolve these problems.

Verify Your Server Configuration

Start by confirming that the Hacker News server is properly configured in your MCP settings. Check that the server is listed in your configuration file and that there are no typos in the server name or path. The configuration should reference the correct server executable or package.

If you recently installed or updated the server, ensure the installation completed successfully. Try reinstalling the server package to rule out any corrupted files or incomplete installations.

Check Network Connectivity

The Hacker News MCP server requires internet access to communicate with Hacker News APIs. If you're experiencing connection timeouts or failures, verify that your internet connection is active and stable.

Corporate networks, firewalls, or VPN configurations may block certain outbound connections. If you're on a restricted network, check with your IT department to ensure that connections to Hacker News domains are permitted. Proxy settings may also need to be configured if your network requires them.

Restart Your Application

Sometimes connection issues resolve with a simple restart. Close your AI assistant or application completely and reopen it. This forces a fresh initialization of the MCP server connection and can clear temporary glitches.

If problems persist after restarting, try restarting the MCP server process itself if your setup allows direct server management.

Review Server Logs

Check the logs generated by your MCP client or the server itself. Error messages in the logs often pinpoint the exact cause of connection failures, whether it's authentication issues, API rate limiting, or configuration problems. Look for any error codes or timeout messages that can guide your troubleshooting.

Verify Hacker News API Status

Occasionally, Hacker News itself may experience downtime or API issues. Visit Hacker News directly in your web browser to confirm the site is operational. If the main site is accessible but API responses are slow or failing, the issue may be temporary on Hacker News's end.

Test with Simple Queries

Once connected, test the server with basic requests like fetching top stories. If simple queries work but complex ones fail, you may be hitting rate limits or timeout thresholds. Consider spacing out your requests or simplifying your queries.

Still Having Trouble?

If none of these steps resolve your connection issues, consult the server's documentation or community support channels for additional assistance. Provide specific error messages and describe what troubleshooting steps you've already attempted to get more targeted help.

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