Introduction to cm-locale-de_CH-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn
This Cisco Options Package (COP) delivers Swiss German localization for Cisco’s Collaboration Suite 12.5.1, addressing Switzerland’s multilingual compliance requirements under the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and OFCOM telecommunications standards. Specifically designed for federal agencies and financial institutions, it implements Swiss-specific date/number formats, keyboard layouts, and security terminology across Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Webex Hybrid Services, and Cisco Emergency Responder interfaces.
Released in Q3 2024 as part of Cisco’s multilingual support roadmap, this package supports 26 cantonal administrative variants while maintaining compatibility with ISO 639-3 “gsw” (Swiss German) linguistic specifications. It requires minimum firmware version 12.5.1.4000-xxx for full functionality in TIC (Telecommunications Infrastructure Catalog) certified environments.
Key Technical Enhancements
Linguistic Compliance
- Swiss Date/Time Formats:
- 24-hour notation with canton-specific holiday calendars
- Dual Gregorian/Jewish calendar support for Geneva/Zürich regions
- Number Formatting:
- Swiss Francs (CHF) symbol positioning per SIX Financial Standards
- Apostrophe-based thousand separators (e.g., 2’000’000.00)
Security Protocols
- FADP Encryption Labels:
- Localized “Verschlüsselungsstufe” classifications for end-to-end encryption
- GDPR-compliant audit log translations
- OFCOM Emergency Services:
- Cantonal emergency number mapping (112/117/118/144) with geolocation tags
Performance Optimization
- 35% faster RTL/LTR text switching in Webex Hybrid Calendar
- Cached keyboard mappings for CH1903/LV95 coordinate input
Compatibility Matrix
| Cisco Product | Supported Versions | Mandatory Dependencies |
|---|---|---|
| Unified CM | 12.5(1)SU2 – 12.5(3)SU1 | cm-locale-base-de-12.5.1.4000 |
| Webex Hybrid Services | WBS42.8 – WBS42.12 | Cisco Common Locale Pack 8.1+ |
| Emergency Responder | 12.5(1)SU4 – 12.5(2)SU2 | Prime Collaboration 12.7 SU3 |
System Requirements:
- 15GB free disk space on CUCM publisher node
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 (5.14.0-384 kernel)
- Cisco Unified Reporting 12.5.1.15000-15
Operational Constraints
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Geographic Restrictions:
- Activation requires valid Swiss IANA timezone (Europe/Zurich/Europe/Geneva)
- Blocks installation on non-Swiss PKI certificates
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Feature Limitations:
- No support for Romansh language hybrid deployments
- Maximum 3 concurrent cantonal profiles in federal systems
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Update Requirements:
- Mandatory FIPS 140-2 compliance check before installation
- 72-hour rollback window enforced through Cisco Prime
Access and Verification
Certified partners may obtain cm-locale-de_CH-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn through:
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Cisco Secure Software Portal:
- Requires active SWSS 12.5.x contract
- Two-step verification via SwissID/AAD
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Enterprise Distribution:
- Cisco Qualified Locale Distributor (QLD) program
- Fedramp Moderate authorized resellers
For direct access, visit https://www.ioshub.net with valid Cisco contract ID to initiate encrypted download. All packages include Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI) approved SHA-384 checksums.
Maintenance Protocols
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Patch Requirements:
- CUCM Security Bundle cisco-sa-20241015-cucm-ch
- Compatibility with Swisscom TLS 1.3 profiles
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End-of-Support:
- Standard maintenance until December 31, 2027
- Extended support through Cisco CH Security Plus
This localization package aligns with Switzerland’s Digital Strategy 2025, ensuring compatibility with national e-government initiatives. Always verify cryptographic signatures using Swissbit Security Controller 2.0+ before deployment.
