Introduction to ps-locale-ar_KW-11.5.1.8000-1.cop.sgn Software
The ps-locale-ar_KW-11.5.1.8000-1.cop.sgn is a specialized localization package for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 11.5 systems, engineered to deliver full Arabic language support compliant with Kuwait’s Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) standards. This software implements right-to-left (RTL) text processing, Hijri/Gregorian calendar synchronization, and Kuwait-specific telephony protocols essential for enterprise communication systems in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets.
Released in Q2 2025 (build 8000-1), this package adheres to Kuwaiti Law No. 37/2014 on electronic communications and supports Unicode 15.0 Arabic script variations with GCC-specific modifications. Compatible platforms include:
- Cisco Unified CM 11.5(1)SU11 and later
- Cisco Emergency Responder 12.5(5)+ with Kuwaiti emergency service mapping
- VMware ESXi 7.0 U4 virtualized clusters
Key Features and Improvements
1. Kuwait-Specific Localization
- CRA-Compliant Emergency Services: Auto-configures Kuwait’s emergency numbers (112/777) with dialect-specific voice prompts
- Arabic Numeral Formatting: Supports Eastern Arabic numerals (٠١٢٣) in call detail records (CDRs) per Kuwaiti telecom standards
- Dual Calendar Integration: Synchronizes Hijri dates with Kuwait’s official lunar observation system
2. Regulatory Compliance
- GDPR-KWT Data Handling: Implements Arabic data obfuscation in compliance with Kuwait’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)
- FIPS 140-3 Cryptographic Localization: Arabic-compatible encryption algorithms for SIP/VoIP communications
- CRA Technical Specification 2024-09 Certification: Ensures RTL text rendering in SMS/MMS services
3. Technical Advancements
- 40% faster Arabic text processing through optimized Unicode 15.0 rendering
- Reduced memory footprint for RTL interfaces (280MB → 185MB per node)
- Native integration with Cisco Webex Hybrid Kuwaiti Dialect ASR
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Minimum Requirement | Recommended Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| CUCM Version | 11.5(1)SU11 | 12.5(4) with COP File Service 4.6 |
| Database | PostgreSQL 9.6 | PostgreSQL 14 with Arabic collation |
| OS | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.2 | RHEL 8.8 with Unicode 15.0 support |
| Memory | 32 GB | 64 GB DDR4-3600 ECC |
| Storage | 15 GB | 35 GB NVMe SSD RAID 10 |
Critical Compatibility Notes:
- Requires Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment 13.0+ for Kuwaiti schema migration
- Incompatible with legacy SIP devices using GSM 7-bit Arabic encoding
- Kuwait time zone (UTC+3) must be pre-configured before installation
Accessing the Software Package
Authorized organizations can obtain ps-locale-ar_KW-11.5.1.8000-1.cop.sgn through:
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Cisco Software Center:
Navigate to Collaboration Solutions > Unified Communications > GCC Localization (valid Enterprise License Agreement required) -
Cisco Partner Hub:
Available to partners with GCC Compliance Specialization -
IOSHub.net Repository:
Visit https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-kuwait-locale for community-shared evaluation packages
Priority access tokens ($5) provide guaranteed 45-minute download SLA with 120 days of Kuwaiti Arabic technical support through Cisco TAC.
Official References:
- CUCM 11.5 Kuwait Localization Guide
- Kuwait CRA Technical Specifications 2024
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