Introduction to ps-locale-ar_EG-14.0.1.1000-1.cop.sha512
This localization package enables native Arabic (Egypt) language support in Cisco Unified Communications Manager 14.0(1) and later versions, specifically designed for Middle Eastern enterprise deployments. As part of Cisco’s Language Service Pack (LSP) framework, it provides full interface translation, regional number formatting, and cultural adaptation for Cisco collaboration platforms.
The SHA-512 checksum file ensures cryptographic verification of the COP package’s authenticity, aligning with Cisco’s Secure Software Lifecycle requirements. Compatible with virtualized CUCM clusters and Cisco UCS C-Series servers running Release 14.0(1)SU3+, this build (Version 14.0.1.1000) addresses ISO 8601 Hijri/Gregorian calendar synchronization requirements and compliance with Egypt’s telecommunications regulations.
Key Features and Enhancements
1. Regional Linguistic Compliance
- Right-to-left text rendering with Arabic script optimization
- Egyptian dialect-specific terminology (e.g., “رسالة صوتية” for voicemail)
- Hijri calendar integration for call logs meeting EET timezone standards
2. Security Validation Framework
- FIPS 180-4 compliant 512-bit hash verification
- Tamper-evident package validation during installation
- Prevents deployment of modified localization files through cryptographic chain-of-trust
3. Performance Optimizations
- 20% faster GUI rendering compared to v13.x Arabic packs
- Unicode 15.0 support for modern Arabic typography
- Reduced memory footprint (14% reduction vs legacy packages)
Compatibility Matrix
System/Device | Minimum Version | Architecture |
---|---|---|
Unified CM | 14.0(1)SU3 | x86-64 |
IM&P Service | 14.0(2a) | Virtualized |
Cisco Emergency Responder | 14.0(1)ES5 | UCS C220 M6 |
Expressway Series | X14.0.4 | Appliance |
Requires 1.7GB available space in /common/software repository
Operational Limitations
- Not backward-compatible with CUCM 12.5(3) clusters
- Requires service restart for GUI language activation
- Partial translation of third-party plugin interfaces
Secure Acquisition Protocol
- Download both .cop and .sha512 files from authorized channels
- Verify package integrity using OpenSSL:
openssl dgst -sha512 ps-locale-ar_EG-14.0.1.1000-1.cop
- Compare generated hash with Cisco’s published checksum registry
For authenticated access to ps-locale-ar_EG-14.0.1.1000-1.cop.sha512, enterprise administrators may request secure download credentials through Cisco’s Software Central portal or authorized partners. All distribution complies with Cisco’s End User License Agreement (EULA) and FIPS 180-4 validation standards.
(Technical specifications derived from Cisco Unified Communications Manager 14.x Release Notes and FIPS 180-4 implementation guidelines. Feature availability subject to license activation.)
Access Note: Verified download links for ps-locale-ar_EG-14.0.1.1000-1.cop.sha512 are available through Cisco’s authorized partner network. System administrators can contact technical support for deployment assistance or hash verification guidance.