# Configuring the Provider on ESXi Servers

Perform the following steps to configure the Provider on ESXi Servers to receive optimal event notifications:

1. Stop the Provider service by running the /etc/init.d/sfcbd-watchdog start command.
2. Copy the `providerTraceLog.properties` file from /etc/cim/lsi directory to a temporary directory.
3. Modify the `providerTraceLog.properties` and add the following value:

   `LSA=true`

4. Save the `providerTraceLog.properties` file.
5. Copy and replace the `providerTraceLog.properties` file from the temporary directory to /etc/cim/lsi directory.
6. Restart the Provider service by running the /etc/init.d/sfcbd-watchdog start command.

Parent topic: Optimizing Event Notifications