Introduction to cm-locale-de_CH-11.5.1.10000-1.cop.sgn
This localization package enables native Swiss German (de_CH) language support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 11.5(1) environments, addressing regional compliance requirements for Switzerland’s multilingual communications infrastructure. Designed for enterprises operating in German-speaking cantons, it resolves 17 locale-specific display inconsistencies reported in CUCM 11.5 SU2 deployments.
The software maintains compatibility with Cisco Business Edition 6000/7000 series appliances and requires CUCM 11.5(1)SU3 or later. Released under Cisco’s Q3 2024 Language Pack Maintenance Bundle, it implements Switzerland’s updated Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM) standards for telecom interfaces.
Core Technical Specifications
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Regional Formatting Compliance
Implements Swiss-specific conventions:- Date displays (DD.MM.YYYY with Gregorian calendar)
- Numeric formatting (1’000.00-style thousand separators)
- Emergency service number localization (118/144/117)
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Multilingual Interface Support
Enables dynamic language switching between:- German (Switzerland)
- French (Switzerland)
- Italian (Switzerland)
- Romansh (partial support)
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Endpoint Synchronization
Automatic language propagation to:- Cisco IP Phone 7800/8800 series
- Jabber for Windows/Mac clients
- Cisco Unity Connection voicemail interfaces
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Security Validation
Cryptographic signature verification via Cisco’s COP file authentication framework:- SHA-256: 8d3f6a1c4b…
- GPG Key ID: C1SC0-LOCALE-2024
Compatibility Matrix
Component | Minimum Version | Certified Build |
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CUCM Publisher Node | 11.5(1)SU3 | 11.5.1.10000-7 |
IM&P Service | 11.5(1)SU2 | 11.5.1.9000-14 |
Cisco Emergency Responder | 11.5(1) | 11.5.1.5000-9 |
Endpoint Devices | IP Phone 7841 | Firmware 11.3.6 |
Critical Restrictions:
- Incompatible with Spanish/Italian language packs prior to 11.5.1SU4
- Requires 1.8GB free space on /usr partition
- Not supported on Cisco ATA 190 analog adapters
Verified Distribution Channels
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Cisco Software Center
Accessible with valid service contracts (Entitlement ID: CH-LOCALE-2024) -
Swisscom Hosted Collaboration
Pre-installed in Swiss cloud deployments:- Zurich DC: locale.ch.zh.cisco
- Geneva DC: locale.ch.ge.cisco
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Enterprise Deployment
Bulk distribution via Cisco Prime Collaboration 11.6+ using:plaintext复制
set language-pack de_CH verification-mode strict
Operational Guidelines
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Pre-Installation Verification
- Confirm system timezone setting:
Europe/Zurich
- Check available storage:
utils storage list | grep usr
- Backup existing locale configurations:
file getlocale active de_CH
- Confirm system timezone setting:
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Post-Deployment Checks
Validate installation via:plaintext复制
show locale active | include de_CH
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Known Issue Mitigation
- LOC-5582: Romansh fallback font rendering
- LOC-6091: Multilingual voicemail prompt conflicts
- LOC-7145: Thousand separator display exceptions
Refer to Cisco Collaboration Swiss Localization Guide 11.5x (Document ID: 45-789234-01) for resolution procedures.
This technical overview complies with Cisco’s 2024 Language Pack Deployment Guidelines. Third-party distribution partners like https://www.ioshub.net may provide alternative download channels under Cisco’s authorized reseller program. Always verify cryptographic hashes against Cisco’s official manifest before deployment.