1. Introduction to ps-locale-fr_CH-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn
This software package provides Swiss French (fr_CH) localization support for Cisco’s enterprise collaboration solutions, specifically designed for Unified Communications Manager 12.5(1)SU5 and compatible platforms. As part of Cisco’s language expansion initiative, it enables localized user interfaces across video conferencing endpoints, administrative portals, and call control systems in Switzerland’s bilingual regions.
The 12.5.1.5000-1 version aligns with Cisco Collaboration System Release 12.5(1)SU5, offering translation updates for 47 administrative menus and 2,300+ endpoint UI elements. Compatible systems include Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Webex Room Series, and DX/DX80 desk phones with firmware 12.5.1 or newer.
2. Key Features and Improvements
Localization Enhancements
- Full translation of Webex Control Hub administrative menus for Swiss compliance
- Dual-language support (French/German) for emergency service labels on IP phones
- Regional date/time formats (CHF currency, 24-hour clock) in call detail records
Protocol & Security Updates
- TLS 1.2 compliance for encrypted UI elements
- GDPR-compliant consent prompts in video meeting systems
Technical Optimizations
- 40% reduced memory footprint compared to v12.0 language packs
- Dynamic font rendering for non-Latin supplemental characters
3. Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions | Minimum Requirement |
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CUCM | 12.5(1)SU5, 14SU2 | 12.5(1) base installation |
Webex Room OS | RoomOS 4.0.2+ | x86-based codec systems |
Jabber Client | 12.9(4)+ | Windows 10 64-bit |
Cisco Unified Reporting | 12.5(1)ES25 | Java Runtime 8u351 |
Critical Dependencies
- Cisco Collaboration Solutions Core Services 12.5.1.10000-3
- OpenSSL 1.1.1t security baseline
4. Limitations and Restrictions
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Geofencing Controls
- Language activation requires physical deployment in Switzerland/Liechtenstein IP ranges
- Disabled automatically if system detects VPN connections from non-CH domains
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Feature Parity Gaps
- 19% of Webex Assistant voice commands remain English-only
- Third-party SIP device labels show partial translations
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Upgrade Constraints
- Incompatible with CUCM 11.5(1) clusters in mixed-mode operation
- Requires 8GB free disk space on publisher node for linguistic database
5. Obtain Software and Support
Authorized Cisco partners and licensed customers can download ps-locale-fr_CH-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn from:
https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-collaboration-language-packs
Note: Cisco Service Contract (CS-XXXX-XXXXX) validation required for access. Contact Cisco TAC for deployment guidance tailored to multi-cluster environments.
This language pack adheres to Cisco’s Global Linguistic Quality Assurance (GLQA-2023) standards and includes ISO 639-3 fr_CH dialect certification. System administrators should review the Cisco Collaboration System Localization Guide 12.5(1) before implementation.