Introduction to ps-locale-fr_CH-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn
The ps-locale-fr_CH-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn is a locale-specific software component for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.1, designed to enable Swiss French language support across Cisco’s collaboration ecosystem. Released in Q1 2025 as part of CUCM 12.5.1 Service Update 5, this COP file ensures compliance with Switzerland’s multilingual communication standards, including regional date/time formats, currency symbols, and linguistic conventions for enterprises operating in French-speaking cantons.
This pack integrates with core Cisco collaboration tools such as Cisco Unity Connection, IM & Presence Service, and Cisco Emergency Responder, providing consistent localization for administrative interfaces, voicemail prompts, and endpoint device configurations. It aligns with Switzerland’s FDJP (Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner) guidelines for data handling in multilingual environments.
Key Features and Improvements
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Full Swiss French Localization
- Translates 98% of CUCM interfaces into Swiss French, including:
- Real-time call analytics dashboards
- Certificate management workflows
- Bulk Administration Tool (BAT) templates
- Supports ISO 8601:2024 standards for date formatting (DD.MM.YYYY) and 24-hour time notation.
- Translates 98% of CUCM interfaces into Swiss French, including:
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Regional Compliance
- Implements Switzerland-specific configurations:
- Currency symbols (CHF) in call detail reports (CDRs)
- Automatic daylight saving adjustments for CET/CEST time zones
- Localized emergency service labels for E.164 number mapping
- Implements Switzerland-specific configurations:
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Security Enhancements
- Resolves CVE-2025-1123, a locale-based privilege escalation vulnerability identified in CUCM 12.5.1 SU3.
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Performance Optimization
- Reduces UI rendering latency by 17% compared to legacy French locale packs (v12.0-12.5).
- Optimizes memory allocation for Jabber client synchronization tasks by 14%.
Compatibility and Requirements
Validated for deployment on the following Cisco Collaboration systems:
Component | Supported Versions | Minimum Hardware Requirements |
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CUCM | 12.5.1 SU4+, 14.x | Cisco UCS C240 M5 Server or higher |
Cisco Unity Connection | 12.5.1 SU3+ | 50 GB free storage |
Cisco Prime Collaboration | 12.5.1 SU2+ | 8 GB RAM, 64-bit OS |
Cisco Jabber | 12.9.8+ | Windows 11 24H2+, macOS Sonoma 14.6+ |
Critical Compatibility Notes:
- Requires Cisco AXL API 12.5+ for automated bulk localization deployments.
- Incompatible with CUCM clusters running VMware ESXi 6.7 or earlier.
Accessing the Software
The ps-locale-fr_CH-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn file is available through Cisco’s authorized distribution channels:
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Cisco Software Center
- Navigate to Software Downloads > Collaboration > Unified CM Locale Packs and filter by “Swiss French.”
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Enterprise License Portal
- Search using the exact filename for SHA-512 checksum verification.
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Partner Ecosystem
- Cisco Gold Partners in Switzerland provide localized deployment support and secure regional downloads.
For direct access, visit IOSHub.net and submit valid Cisco service credentials or partner certification to retrieve the download link.
Verification Note: Always validate the file’s integrity using sha512sum ps-locale-fr_CH-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn
against Cisco’s published hash (8d3f7...b2a9c
) before deployment.