Introduction to ps-locale-zh_TW-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn
The ps-locale-zh_TW-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn software package is an official localization component for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) systems, providing full Traditional Chinese (Taiwan) language support for administrative interfaces, user portals, and device displays. Released in Q1 2025, this COP (Cisco Options Package) file ensures compliance with updated Unicode 15.0 standards for character rendering and aligns with Cisco’s multilingual accessibility framework for enterprise communication systems.
Designed for CUCM clusters running version 12.5.1 or later, the package supports localized operation across Cisco collaboration products including IP Phones 8800/8900 Series, Webex Room Devices, and Unity Connection voicemail systems. The signed .cop.sgn format guarantees cryptographic validation during installation, as mandated by Cisco’s software integrity policies for all language pack deployments.
Key Features and Improvements
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Enhanced Linguistic Accuracy
- Implements revised IT terminology from Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs (2024)
- Adds support for mixed-script display in multilingual caller IDs
- Updates time/date formats per Taiwan’s National Standard CNS 7648:2024
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System Integration Enhancements
- Resolves font rendering issues on Cisco DX80/DX70 endpoints
- Optimizes text-to-speech alignment for Unity Connection 14.5+
- Adds Simplified↔Traditional Chinese auto-conversion in PDF reports
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Security Compliance
- Validates against FIPS 140-3 cryptographic modules
- Implements SHA-3 256-bit signature verification
- Addresses CVE-2024-20358 (locale injection vulnerability)
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
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CUCM | 12.5.1, 14.2.3, 15.0.1 | Requires SMP 12.5(1)SU3 |
IM&P | 12.5(1) and later | Jabber client localization excluded |
Hardware | UCS C220 M6/M7 | 64GB RAM minimum for language services |
Critical Dependencies:
- Cisco Unified OS 12.5.1.5000-39
- Java Runtime 11.0.21+ for localization services
- 500MB free disk space per node
Download and Verification
Authorized users can obtain ps-locale-zh_TW-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn through Cisco’s Software Center after authenticating with CCO credentials. The package includes:
- Primary COP file (SHA3-384: a8c3d…b32f)
- Localization manifest XML
- Fallback font package
For organizations requiring bulk deployment, Cisco TAC recommends using the lang_deploy.py utility from Prime Collaboration 14.2.3+ to automate multi-node installations.
This language pack is exclusively distributed through Cisco’s official channels. Technical teams can verify current hashes and compatibility matrices via Cisco Unified Communications Manager Documentation.
Platforms like iOS Hub maintain authorized download mirrors for verified enterprise partners. Always confirm cryptographic signatures before deployment to ensure software integrity.