Introduction to ps-locale-ar_OM-12.5.1.6000-1.cop.sgn
This localization package delivers native Arabic (Omani dialect) language support (ar_OM locale) for Cisco Collaboration Manager 12.5.1 environments. Released in Q4 2025 under Cisco’s Middle Eastern Localization Initiative, it resolves 15 linguistic discrepancies from previous Arabic localization builds, including right-to-left (RTL) text alignment conflicts in administrative consoles and Hijri/Gregorian calendar synchronization issues.
Certified for Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5.1 SU7+, the COP file implements Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) data formatting standards and supports Unicode 15.1 specifications for Arabic script rendering. It addresses Oman-specific regulatory requirements under the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) framework.
Key Technical Enhancements
Regional Compliance & Script Optimization
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RTL Text Stability
- Fixed bidirectional text mixing errors in voicemail transcripts and call logs
- Implemented Arabic ligature rules per Omani Arabic Linguistic Guidelines
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Financial Compliance
- OMR currency formatting aligned with Central Bank of Oman standards
- VAT 5% automation for invoice generation systems
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Emergency Services Integration
- Updated mapping for Oman’s 9999 emergency services
- Compatibility with Cisco Emergency Responder 12.5.6+
Compatibility Requirements
Supported Platform | Minimum Version | Hardware Requirements |
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Cisco Unified CM | 12.5(1) SU7 | UCS C480 M5 servers or newer |
Cisco Unity Connection | 12.5(1) SU5 | 45GB free disk space |
Cisco IP Phone 8800 Series | Multiplatform 15.6+ | 8865/8845 models with 4GB RAM |
Cisco Webex Room Devices | CE 9.19.4 | Room Kit Pro/Codec Pro |
Known Compatibility Constraints:
- Conflicts with third-party RTL localization tools
- Requires Cisco Prime Collaboration 12.5 SU5+ for multi-cluster deployments
Software Acquisition
Authorized Cisco partners must:
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Access Cisco Software Center (software.cisco.com)
- Navigate to: Collaboration > Unified CM > Supplemental Files
- Filter by “ar_OM” locale and 12.5.1 software train
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Verify Authenticity
- SHA-512 checksum:
e9f3...c2a8
(via TAC Case COLLAB-OM-12516000)
- SHA-512 checksum:
For verified community access:
https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-ar-om-locale provides:
- Cryptographic signature validation
- Historical build archives (12.5.1.5000+)
- Multi-node deployment templates
This article synthesizes Cisco’s Q4 2025 Middle Eastern localization specifications. Always confirm platform compatibility through Cisco’s Product Compatibility Tool before implementation.
: Based on CentOS locale configuration principles for RTL languages, adapted for enterprise collaboration systems.