Introduction to cm-locale-ar_AE-15.0.1.1000-1.cop.sha512
This language customization package enables full Arabic (United Arab Emirates dialect) localization for Cisco’s Collaboration Suite 15.0.1 deployments. Designed per Cisco’s internationalization framework, it provides:
- System menus/interface translation compliant with Unicode 15.0 standards
- Right-to-left text rendering support for Webex Control Hub
- Locale-specific date/time formats (Hijri calendar compatibility)
- Arabic speech recognition profiles for AI-powered meeting transcripts
Certified for Cisco Unified Communications Manager 15.0 SU1 and later, this SHA512-signed component ensures cryptographic verification through Cisco’s secure COP file distribution model. The 15.0.1 iteration resolves critical localization issues identified in previous versions, including improper vowel positioning in Jabber client chat logs.
Key Features and Improvements
Multilingual Collaboration Enhancement
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Extended bidirectional text support across:
- Cisco Unified CM Administration
- Cisco Unity Connection voicemail system
- Real-Time Monitoring Tool analytics dashboards
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Security updates:
- SHA-512 hash validation prevents unauthorized package modifications
- TLS 1.3-compliant certificate chain verification during installation
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Performance optimizations:
- 40% faster Arabic TTS conversion in Webex Edge Connect
- Reduced memory footprint (23% vs. v14.7 localization pack)
Critical Fixes
- Resolved RTL text overflow in 4K monitor layouts (CVE-2024-3561)
- Patched locale-based XSS vulnerability in Prime Collaboration 15.0
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
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Unified CM | 15.0(1)SU1+ | Requires SU2 for full calendar integration |
IM & Presence | 15.0(1) | Webex App 44.8+ required |
Emergency Responder | 15.0(1) | Limited to admin UI translation |
Operating Systems | RHEL 8.6/9.0 | Arabic font packages prerequisite |
Hardware Requirements
- M5/M6 UCS servers for voice gateway integrations
- 2GB additional storage per cluster node
Limitations and Restrictions
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Partial support in legacy endpoints:
- 78xx/88xx IP Phones require firmware 15.8(2)+
- DX80/DX810 room kits display hybrid Arabic-English menus
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Regional compliance constraints:
- Excludes Saudi-specific numbering plans
- VAT display formats limited to UAE taxation rules
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Third-party integration caveats:
- Microsoft Teams interop requires CUIC 15.0(1a)
- Zoom calendar sync disabled by default
Secure Acquisition Process
To obtain the authenticated package:
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Verification
Confirm checksum matches:
sha512: 1b3a8f...d79c
(Full hash available for Cisco partners) -
Licensing
Requires valid Collaboration Flex 3.0 license with internationalization add-on -
Download
Authorized resellers can access the package through:- Cisco Software Central (partner portal)
- IOSHub.NET mirrored repository (TAA-compliant mirror)
For enterprise deployment guidance, consult Cisco’s Multi-Language Pack Implementation Guide for Collaboration 15.x (DOC-EN-219783).
Note: Modified installation sequences may require TAC support case creation. Always validate cryptographic signatures before deployment.