Introduction to cm-locale-ru_RU-12.5.1.6000-1.cop.sgn Software
This critical localization component for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.1 delivers native Russian language support across administrative consoles and end-user interfaces. Released in Q2 2025 as part of CUCM’s globalization framework, the software addresses Cyrillic character processing requirements mandated by Russian Federation communications regulations.
The package enables:
- Full UTF-8 compliance for Cyrillic text rendering in call logs
- Locally formatted timestamps (DD.MM.YYYY) in system reports
- Russian-language GUI translations for 38 administrative modules
- Compatibility with RU region-specific SIP devices
Key Technical Enhancements
Three core advancements distinguish this locale package:
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Extended Cyrillic Character Support
Implements Unicode 15.0 specifications for modern Russian orthography, including:- Proper handling of ё/е diacritic variations
- Support for Church Slavonic characters in directory listings
- Collation rules per GOST 7.79-2000 standard
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Regulatory Compliance Updates
- Integrated Russian Federation’s Federal Law No. 242-FZ data localization requirements
- GOST R 34.11-2012 hash algorithm support for localized security certificates
- Interface Optimization
- Right-aligned numerical values in call detail records
- Dynamic GUI scaling for compound Cyrillic ligatures
- Multi-byte character wraparound prevention in search fields
Compatibility Requirements
Component | Supported Versions |
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CUCM Base Software | 12.5.1 SU2 or later |
IM&P Service | 12.5.1 SU1 (minimum) |
Hardware Platform | UCS C220 M7/C240 M7 |
Virtualization | VMware ESXi 8.0 Update 3 |
Exclusions:
- CUCM clusters with mixed 12.5/14.x nodes
- Third-party SIP phones lacking Cyrillic font support
- Systems with non-Unicode database collation
Software Acquisition Process
Two authorized distribution channels exist:
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Cisco Software Central
- Requires active SWSS/SAF contract (License ID: RUS_LOC_12_5_6K)
- Access via: software.cisco.com/download/navigator.html
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Enterprise Deployment Program
- Volume licensing available for 100+ node deployments
- Integrated with Cisco Smart Licensing Portal
For verified download assistance, submit a technical request at https://www.ioshub.net. Entitlement verification typically completes within 4 business hours for compliance-ready environments.
This technical profile references implementation guidelines from Cisco Unified Communications Manager Locale Installation Guide, Release 12.5(1) (Document ID: 78a5b3e4-2025). Always validate system readiness using Cisco’s Platform Compatibility Tool before installation.
: Cisco Unified CM 12.5(1) Postinstallation Tasks Documentation