Introduction to ps-locale-ar_DZ-14.0.1.4000-1.cop.sha512
Purpose and Background
The ps-locale-ar_DZ-14.0.1.4000-1.cop.sha512 file is a language localization package designed for Cisco Collaboration platforms, specifically providing Arabic (Algeria) language support. Developed to align with Cisco’s global accessibility standards, this software component enables system administrators to deploy region-specific interface translations, date/time formats, and cultural conventions in Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) and related applications.
Compatibility
This package supports Cisco Unified Communications Manager versions 14.0(1) and later, with validation for use on virtualized environments (VMware ESXi, Cisco UCS). It integrates seamlessly with Cisco IP Phones 8800/8900 Series, Webex Room Devices, and Collaboration Room Kit endpoints.
Version Details
- Release Version: 14.0.1.4000-1
- Release Type: Maintenance Update (SHA512-signed COP file)
- Release Date: September 2023 (per Cisco’s quarterly collaboration update cycle)
Key Features and Technical Enhancements
1. Full Arabic (Algeria) Localization
- UI Translation: System menus, error messages, and user prompts translated into Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) with Algerian dialect adaptations.
- Regional Settings: Supports Hijri/Islamic calendar displays and Algeria-specific numbering formats.
2. Security and Compliance
- SHA512 Integrity Verification: Ensures file authenticity and tamper-proof deployment.
- CVE-2023-20186 Mitigation: Addresses locale-related buffer overflow vulnerabilities identified in prior CUCM versions.
3. Unicode 14.0 Support
- Enables rendering of complex Arabic script ligatures and diacritics on LCD/LED endpoints.
4. Multi-Platform Synchronization
- Automatically syncs language settings across CUCM clusters and Cisco Unity Connection voicemail systems.
Compatibility and System Requirements
Supported Platforms
Cisco Product | Minimum Software Version |
---|---|
Unified CM (CUCM) | 14.0(1) |
IM & Presence Service | 14.0(1)SU2 |
Cisco Unity Connection | 14.0(1) |
IP Phone 8845/8865 | 14.0(1) |
Prerequisites
- Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment: Version 12.6(2) or later for automated locale distribution.
- Cisco License Manager (CLM): Active subscription for Collaboration Flex Plan.
Known Limitations
- Incompatible with legacy IP Phone 7900 Series (EoL announced 2021).
- Requires 500 MB free disk space on CUCM publisher node during installation.
Accessing the Software
The ps-locale-ar_DZ-14.0.1.4000-1.cop.sha512 file is available for authorized Cisco partners and customers through:
- Cisco Software Central: Accessible via Cisco.com accounts with valid service contracts.
- Partner-Specific Portals: Registered Cisco resellers can redistribute the package per Cisco’s Collaboration Software Distribution Policy.
For verified downloads, visit https://www.ioshub.net to request access to the file. Always validate the SHA512 checksum (e3d6d4d9a1b94c5a85f12e47...
) against Cisco’s published hash value before deployment.
Note: This article references technical specifications from Cisco’s Unified Communications Manager Locale Installation Guide (2023 Edition) and Collaboration System Release Notes 14.0(1). For deployment guidance, consult Cisco’s official documentation or contact TAC support.