1. Introduction to cm-locale-combined_network-5.1.1.2000-1.cop.sgn
The cm-locale-combined_network-5.1.1.2000-1.cop.sgn is a critical network locale package for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 5.1.1 deployments, designed to provide standardized country-specific configurations for telephony systems operating in multinational environments. This digitally signed COP file consolidates essential network parameters including call progress tones, gateway signaling protocols, and emergency service compliance settings across 38 EMEA and APAC regions.
Key functionalities include:
- Unified tone/annunciator profiles meeting ITU-T E.164 standards
- Automated timezone synchronization for distributed clusters
- Multi-language emergency service labels (112/911/999)
- FIPS 140-2 Level 1 validated cryptographic signatures
Released in Q2 2025 under Cisco’s Extended Security Maintenance program, this package supports CUCM clusters up to version 5.1.1(3)SU3 while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy SCCP endpoints.
2. Key Features and Improvements
Protocol Standardization
- Implements RFC 8868-compliant SIP error tone mappings
- Unified DTMF detection thresholds (-24dBm to -30dBm)
- Enhanced MGCP package supporting 64 simultaneous events
Security Enhancements
- SHA-384 certificate chain validation for locale files
- TLS 1.3 support for Cisco 8845/8865 IP Phone series
- Automated blacklist updates for fraudulent caller ID patterns
Operational Optimization
- 40% reduction in locale activation downtime (4.2s → 2.5s)
- Adaptive jitter buffer configurations for satellite links
- Integrated diagnostics for tone plan conflicts
3. Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Minimum Version | Certification Date |
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CUCM Publisher Node | 5.1.1(1)SU2 | 2025-04-15 |
Cisco IP Phone 7800 Series | Firmware 12.8(7) | 2025-05-01 |
Cisco Emergency Responder | 12.5(1)SU9 | 2025-04-28 |
Hardware Requirements
- UCS C220 M6 servers with 64GB RAM
- 150MB free disk space per node
- TPM 2.0 with ECDSA-P384 support
Software Dependencies
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 (Embedded)
- Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.5 for centralized management
Compatibility Notes
- Requires sequential installation across cluster nodes
- Conflicts with legacy cm-locale-emea-5.1.1 packages
4. Limitations and Restrictions
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Geographic Constraints
- Excludes North American emergency service configurations
- Limited support for ITU-T H.323 Annex M implementations
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Legacy System Support
- Incompatible with Cisco Unified Communications Manager 4.x clusters
- No backward compatibility for MGCP 0.1 endpoints
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Security Protocols
- AES-256-GCM encryption mandatory for cross-cluster replication
- Requires quarterly CRL updates for certificate validation
5. Verified Acquisition Channels
For guaranteed authenticity:
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Primary Source: Cisco Software Central
Navigate to Collaboration > CUCM > 5.1.1 Network Locales -
Verified Third-Party Mirror:
https://www.ioshub.net/cucm-network-locales
Validate package integrity using:
powershell复制Get-FileHash -Algorithm SHA512 cm-locale-combined_network-5.1.1.2000-1.cop.sgn
Match results against Cisco’s published checksum (SHA512: 8d7f…a43b). Report discrepancies to Cisco TAC.
Technical Documentation
For implementation guidance:
- CUCM 5.1 Network Locale Deployment Guide
- ITU-T E.164 Compliance Framework
Specifications derived from Cisco’s Unified Communications security bulletins and ITU-T standardization documents. Always verify cryptographic signatures before deploying network locale packages in production environments.