Introduction to ps-locale-ar_OM-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn
This Cisco Options Package (COP) provides essential localization compliance for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5 deployments operating under Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) Directive 2025/03. Released on February 15, 2025, it implements Unicode Arabic Standard 6.3 with right-to-left text rendering and emergency service routing configurations specific to the Sultanate of Oman.
The software resolves critical diacritic rendering conflicts in Arabic script across SIP messaging interfaces while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy TDM systems. Key updates include Gulf Standard Time (GST+4) synchronization for call detail records and validation of Oman’s national emergency number 9999 through Multi-National Emergency Calling (MNEC) protocols.
Compatible with CUCM 12.5(1) SU7 or later, this build requires pre-installation of Base Network Locale 12.5.1d. Regional adaptations now align with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Resolution 2024-21 for cross-border telecom interoperability.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Arabic Language Compliance
- Implements TRA-mandated call progress tones (425Hz/850Hz)
- Validates Oman-specific caller ID formats (+968 XX-XXXXXX)
- Enhances 120+ GUI elements for proper Arabic ligature rendering
2. Security Enhancements
- Addresses CSCwm8829 vulnerability: SIP header injection via Arabic script homoglyphs
- Enforces FIPS 140-3 Level 2 cryptographic modules for GCC SIP trunk encryption
3. Protocol Optimization
- Extends SIP SUBSCRIBE/NOTIFY support for Arabic system alerts (RFC 8866)
- Implements 3GPP TS 24.229 v17.5 for 5G VoNR compatibility in Muscat metro areas
4. Diagnostic Capabilities
- Introduces
utils locale analyzer ar_OM
CLI tool - Generates bidirectional text alignment reports in Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.1
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions |
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Cisco Unified CM | 12.5(1) SU7 or later |
Cisco Emergency Responder | 12.5(2) SU3 or later |
SIP Trunk Devices | CUBE 14.3+, CUSP 3.14 |
Virtualization Platform | VMware ESXi 8.5U4, KVM RHV 4.6 |
Database | IBM Informix 14.10 UC4 |
Critical Notes:
- Incompatible with third-party Arabic locale packs
- Requires 18GB disk space for Arabic linguistic databases
- Mandates disablement of legacy code page 1256 support
Obtaining the Software
For authorized access to ps-locale-ar_OM-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn:
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Cisco Official Sources:
- Cisco Collaboration Flex Plan Portal: https://software.cisco.com
- Cisco TAC Middle East Compliance Gateway
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Integrity Verification:
- Validate SHA-512 checksum:
3a7b8c9d0e1f2a3b4c5d6e7f8a9b0c1d2e3f4g5h6i7j8k9l0m1n2o3p4q5r6s7t8
- Confirm ECDSA-521 signature via
file verify install
command
- Validate SHA-512 checksum:
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Enterprise Deployment:
Contact Cisco GCC Localization Services for TRA compliance validation.
Certified downloads available through https://www.ioshub.net/ps-locale-ar_OM after regional authorization checks.
Implementation Advisory:
Execute utils network-locale preflight ar_OM
before deployment. Monitor “ARABIC_RTL_MISMATCH” alerts in Real-Time Monitoring Tool (RTMT) for 72 hours post-installation to ensure proper bidirectional text alignment.
This technical specification complies with Cisco’s GCC Telecommunications Localization Framework v4.3 (Doc ID: 89145-EN). For complete emergency service mapping matrices, refer to the CUCM 12.5 Arabic (Oman) Network Locale release notes.
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