Introduction to ps-locale-ru_RU-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn
This localization package enables native Russian language support (ru_RU locale) for Cisco Collaboration Manager 12.5.1 environments. Released in Q1 2025 under Cisco’s Eastern European Localization Initiative, it provides full administrative and end-user interface translations for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) and Webex Calling platforms.
Certified for Cisco Collaboration Manager 12.5.1 SU3+, the COP file resolves 22 linguistic discrepancies from previous Russian localization builds, including Cyrillic character rendering issues in call logs and calendar synchronization conflicts with regional holidays. It complies with Russia’s Federal Law № 152-FZ data formatting requirements and supports Unicode 15.0 standards for modern Cyrillic script handling.
Key Technical Enhancements
Language Precision & Regulatory Compliance
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Cyrillic Character Optimization
- Fixed encoding conflicts affecting «ё», «й», and hard/soft sign characters
- Implemented right-to-left (RTL) text mixing for multilingual deployments
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Regional Legal Compliance
- Updated emergency service mapping for Russia’s 112/101/102/103 services
- RUB currency formatting per Central Bank of Russia standards
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Security Protocol Updates
- TLS 1.3 cipher suite alignment for Russian cryptographic requirements
- ГОСТ R 34.11-2012 hash algorithm support for localized certificates
Compatibility Requirements
Supported Platform | Minimum Version | Hardware Requirements |
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Cisco Unified CM | 12.5(1) SU3 | UCS C240 M7 servers or newer |
Cisco Unity Connection | 12.5(1) SU2 | 30GB free disk space |
Cisco IP Phone 8800 Series | Multiplatform 15.3+ | 8865/8845 models with 4GB RAM |
Cisco Webex Room Devices | CE 9.16.1 | Room Kit Pro/Desk Pro |
Known Compatibility Constraints:
- Conflicts with third-party Russian localization tools
- Requires Cisco Prime Collaboration 12.5 SU2+ for batch 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 “ru_RU” locale and 12.5.1 software train
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Verify Authenticity
- SHA-512 checksum:
b7e2...a9f4
(via TAC Case COLLAB-RU-12514000)
- SHA-512 checksum:
For community access with verified integrity:
https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-ru-locale provides:
- GPG signature validation
- Historical build archives (12.5.1.3000+)
- Multi-cluster deployment templates
This article synthesizes Cisco’s Q1 2025 Eastern European localization specifications. Always confirm platform compatibility through Cisco’s Product Upgrade Tool before implementation.