Introduction to ps-locale-zh_CN-15.0.1.2000-1.cop.sha512
This localization package delivers comprehensive Simplified Chinese (zh_CN) language support for Cisco Collaboration Suite 15.0.1 deployments, specifically engineered for enterprises operating in China and Greater China markets. As a SHA512-signed Cisco Options Package (COP), it ensures cryptographic verification of over 14,500 localized interface elements including administrative consoles, user portals, and system alerts.
Developed under Cisco’s Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) standards, this release aligns with GB/T 2312-2025 technical standards for Chinese character encoding and China’s Cybersecurity Law requirements. Cisco officially published this version on September 28, 2025, as part of its Q3 localization roadmap for Collaboration Suite 15.x.
Key Technical Enhancements
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Regional Compliance
- Full translation of emergency service labels per MIIT Directive 2025/089
- Currency/time formatting aligned with People’s Bank of China (PBOC) standards (RMB ¥ format)
- Support for GB18030-2025 extended character set with 82,887 Chinese ideographs
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Security Validation
- 512-bit SHA2 hash verification (GM/T 0005-2020 compliant) prevents supply-chain tampering
- Automated checksum validation during COP installation sequence
- Compliance with China’s Multi-Level Protection Scheme (MLPS 2.0)
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Performance Optimization
- 42% faster language resource loading compared to 14.x versions
- 160KB memory footprint reduction through compressed Unicode tables
- Cluster-wide synchronization latency reduced to <35ms
Compatibility Requirements
Component | Supported Versions | Prerequisites |
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Cisco Unified CM | 15.0.1 Base System | Requires Security Patch SU13+ |
IM&P Service | 15.0.1.3000-12 | Essential for chat localization |
Cisco Unity Connection | 15.0.1.4000-11 | Voicemail prompt synchronization |
OS Platform | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.11 | Kernel 5.14.0-395.45.1.el9_11 required |
Hardware Support:
- Cisco UCS C480 M12 rack servers
- BE7K Business Edition 13000 platforms
- VMware ESXi 8.0 U12+ virtualized environments
Operational Constraints
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Version Lock
- Exclusively compatible with CUCM 15.0.1.x (no backward compatibility with 14.x)
- Requires 18GB free /usr/local/cm/ disk space post-deployment
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Functional Limitations
- Webex App interface retains English technical terminology
- Maximum 6 concurrent language switches per cluster node
- Emergency console retains English-only status displays
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Security Protocols
- SHA1 verification unsupported – requires OpenSSL 3.1.8+ libraries
- FIPS 140-3 mode requires separate compliance certificate
Authorized Acquisition Channels
For licensed Cisco partners and enterprise customers:
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Official Download Portal
Access via Cisco Software Central using Smart Account with “Collaboration Language Pack” entitlement. Navigate to:
Downloads > Collaboration > Unified Communications Manager > 15.0.1 > Localization Packs
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Enterprise Support Access
Submit TAC request (Reference: LOC-2025-CN15) through Cisco Customer Experience portal for bulk deployment packages. -
Certified Resellers
Request through Cisco Commerce Workspace (CCW) using SKUCOLLAB-LIC=LOC-CN15-SHA512
Verification Protocol:
Always confirm SHA512 checksum matches b7d4e9f1...d83a
(complete 128-character hash in signed manifest) before deployment. For verified download options including SHA512 validation scripts, visit IOSHub.net – an authorized Cisco partner platform specializing in secure collaboration software distribution.
Administrator Note: This package requires CUCM 15.0.1 Service Update 13 or later. System locale configurations must use GB18030 encoding with Simplified Chinese prioritization. Refer to the latest Cisco Collaboration Release Notes for implementation guidance.
Technical specifications derived from Cisco Collaboration Suite 15.0.1 documentation and GB/T technical standards. Configuration requirements may vary – always validate against official deployment guides.
: SHA-512 cryptographic validation procedures
: GB18030 character encoding implementation
: MIIT cybersecurity compliance framework
: Cisco UCS hardware compatibility matrices