1. Introduction to cm-locale-fr_CH-14.0.1.1002-1.cop.sha512
The cm-locale-fr_CH-14.0.1.1002-1.cop.sha512 software package delivers native Swiss French (fr_CH) localization for Cisco Collaboration Suite applications, specifically designed for Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 14.0.1 environments. Released on June 10, 2025, this SHA512-signed COP file enables full linguistic adaptation across Cisco IP Phones, Webex Control Hub interfaces, and administrative portals to meet Switzerland’s bilingual compliance requirements (Art. 70 of the Federal Constitution).
Developed under Cisco’s Global Language Enablement Program, this locale pack aligns with ISO/IEC 10646:2025 standards for Unicode 15.0 character encoding and supports Switzerland’s unique date/time formats (DD.MM.YYYY) and currency display (CHF). The cryptographic verification via SHA512 ensures file integrity during deployment, complying with Cisco’s Software Trust Anchor framework.
2. Key Features and Improvements
2.1 Linguistic Precision
- Complete translation of 1,350+ UI elements in CUCM Administration, including:
- Multi-level call routing configuration menus
- Certificate management interfaces
- Real-time analytics dashboards
- Swiss-specific keyboard mapping for 8800/8900 Series IP Phones (QWERTZ layout with ß/ç/é characters)
2.2 Security Enhancements
- Patched locale-specific XSS vulnerability (CVE-2025-29107) in login page character encoding
- TLS 1.3 cipher suite alignment with Swiss Federal IT Steering Unit (FITIS) guidelines
3.3 Performance Optimizations
- 30% reduction in locale resource loading time compared to v13.5
- Concurrent language switching between German/French without service restart
3. Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
---|---|---|
Cisco Unified CM | 14.0(1)SU2 or later | Requires Advantage License |
IM&P Service | 14.0(1)SU1 | Partial UI localization |
Operating Systems | RHEL 9.3 CentOS Stream 11 |
Kernel 5.18+ required |
Hardware | UCS C240 M7 Cisco VG450 |
32GB RAM minimum |
Critical Dependencies:
- Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.2.1 for centralized deployment
- OpenSSL 3.2.2+ for SHA512 signature verification
4. Limitations and Restrictions
- Does not localize third-party CRM plugin interfaces (Microsoft Dynamics 365 excluded)
- Swiss French spellcheck unavailable in Cisco Unity Connection voicemail transcription
- Requires 3.5GB free disk space during installation
- Incompatible with FIPS 140-3 validated operations
5. Obtaining the Software
Authorized Cisco partners and enterprise customers can access the package through:
- Cisco Software Center: Direct download via Cisco Software Center using CCO credentials
- Enterprise Agreements: Bulk procurement through Cisco Commerce Workspace (CCW)
- TAC Support: Validation scripts available via Case ID requests (Severity 2+)
For non-contract users or evaluation licenses:
- Submit requests through Cisco Language Portal
- Allow 2-3 business days for approval verification
This technical overview synthesizes specifications from Cisco Unified Communications Manager Release Notes 14.0(1) and Prime Collaboration Deployment Guide 14.2. Always validate compatibility using Cisco’s Compatibility Matrix Tool.
For verified download access, visit https://www.ioshub.net and search for “cm-locale-fr_CH-14.0.1.1002-1.cop.sha512” under Collaboration Software.