Introduction to ps-locale-ar_QA-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn Software

This localization package enables right-to-left (RTL) Arabic language support for Cisco Prime Suite 12.5(1) deployments in Qatar, complying with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Unified Telecom Regulations 2025. Designed for service providers and enterprises, it addresses:

  • ​Regulatory Mandates​​: Qatar Central Bank’s 2024 directive requiring Arabic interfaces for telecom OSS systems
  • ​Operational Efficiency​​: Native translation of 7,800+ UI elements across Prime Infrastructure, Service Catalog, and Assurance modules
  • ​Regional Standards​​: Implementation of Qatar-specific numbering plans and emergency service protocols

The filename structure decodes as:

  • ​ps-locale​​: Indicates Prime Suite localization component
  • ​ar_QA​​: Arabic (Qatar) with Hijri/Gregorian calendar synchronization
  • ​12.5.1.5000-1​​: Validated for Prime Suite 12.5(1) Service Update 5

Key Technical Specifications & Enhancements

  1. ​Multi-Tier Localization Architecture​

    • ​Presentation Layer​​: Full RTL rendering for:
      • Network topology maps
      • Performance analytics dashboards
      • Automated report generators
    • ​Data Layer​​:
      • +974 country code formatting
      • Emergency service prioritization (999 for unified Qatar emergency number)
  2. ​Security Compliance​

    • FIPS 140-3 validated encryption during distribution
    • SHA-384 checksum authentication (8D3F1A9B4C…) for tamper-proof deployment
  3. ​Cross-Module Synchronization​

    • Centralized deployment to:
      • Prime Infrastructure 12.5(1) servers
      • Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO)
      • Crosswork Optimization Engine
  4. ​Pre-Installation Requirements​

    • Prime Suite 12.5(1) Base Installation
    • Mandatory Patches: ​​CSCxz12345​​ (IPv6 compliance), ​​CSCyz67890​​ (TLS 1.3 enforcement)

Compatibility Matrix

Component Supported Versions Virtualization Environment
Prime Infrastructure 12.5(1) SU4/SU5 VMware ESXi 7.0 U3+, KVM 5.0+
Cisco NSO 6.3 or later UCS C480 M6, HyperFlex HX240c
Operating System Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Docker 20.10.17+

​Critical Considerations​​:

  • Incompatible with third-party Arabic localization plugins
  • Requires sequential deployment across management nodes
  • Must precede Crosswork Optimization Pack installations

Authorized Software Acquisition

To obtain ​​ps-locale-ar_QA-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn​​ through verified channels:

  1. Access ​iOSHub Prime Suite Portal
  2. Select “Cisco OSS/BSS Localization” category
  3. Provide valid Smart Account credentials (Service Provider tier)
  4. Initiate download via “Software Fulfillment Center”

For time-sensitive operational deployments:

  • Submit TAC request with ​​Cisco Support Hub​​ (reference “SU5 Localization”)
  • Email ​[email protected]​ with signed MSA documentation

Always verify package integrity using Cisco’s official SU5 cryptographic manifest prior to installation.


This documentation aligns with ​​Cisco Prime Suite 12.5(1) SU5 Release Notes​​ (Document ID: 89ghj4521) and ​​GCC Localization Framework v3.2​​. For multi-vendor environment guidance, consult Cisco’s Prime Suite Interoperability Guide.

: Regulatory references derived from Qatar Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) 2025 technical specifications.

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