Veeam VBR v13 MCP Server

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It mentions enabling a mode but doesn't disclose behavioral traits such as required permissions, whether the operation is reversible, potential side effects, or any rate limits. This leaves significant gaps in understanding the tool's behavior.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, clear sentence that efficiently states the tool's action. It's appropriately sized and front-loaded, with no unnecessary words, though it could benefit from more detail.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the complexity (2 parameters, nested object, no output schema, and no annotations), the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain parameters, return values, or behavioral context, making it inadequate for a tool that likely performs a significant configuration change.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description provides no information about parameters. It doesn't explain what 'id' refers to (e.g., extent identifier) or what 'body' should contain, failing to compensate for the lack of schema documentation.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description states the action ('Enable sealed mode') and target ('on a SOBR extent'), which provides a basic purpose. However, it doesn't specify what 'sealed mode' entails or how it differs from related operations like 'DisableScaleOutExtentSealedMode' or 'EnableScaleOutExtentMaintenanceMode' among siblings, leaving the purpose somewhat vague.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives, prerequisites, or exclusions. The description only states what it does without context, failing to help an agent decide when to invoke it over other tools in the list.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.