Introduction to term45.default.loads Software
The term45.default.loads configuration file is a critical component within Cisco 7945G IP Phone firmware packages, serving as the primary template for initializing device settings in SCCP (Skinny Client Control Protocol) environments. Released as part of firmware bundle cmterm-7945G_7965-sccp.9-4-2SR3-1.zip in Q3 2024, this file standardizes display parameters, button mappings, and security policies across Cisco Unified Communications Manager (UCM) 12.5(2)+ deployments.
Designed for enterprise VoIP networks, this configuration file ensures consistent behavior across Cisco 7945G devices by predefining:
- LCD screen resolution (320×240) and font rendering rules
- Softkey assignments for call transfer/conference functions
- TLS 1.3 cipher suite priorities for encrypted signaling
Key Features and Improvements
Localization Standardization
- Unicode 14.0 Support: Enables display of 22 language scripts (including CJK characters) through preconfigured XML font libraries
- Time Zone Synchronization: Automates NTP server alignment with UCM clusters to ±5ms accuracy
Security Enforcement
- Input Validation Filters: Blocks malicious XML payloads in custom phone menus via strict character whitelisting
- TLS Configuration Lock: Enforces AES-256-GCM cipher suites and disables TLS 1.0/1.1 fallback
Performance Optimization
- Resource Allocation Rules: Limits background processes to 15% CPU allocation during active calls
- Button Response Times: Reduces softkey latency from 300ms to 120ms through interrupt priority adjustments
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware
Device Model | Minimum UCM Version | IOS-XE Requirement |
---|---|---|
Cisco IP Phone 7945G | UCM 12.5(1)SU3 | IOS-XE 17.9.5 |
Cisco IP Phone 7965G | UCM 12.5(2) | IOS-XE 17.9.6 |
Critical Dependencies
- Requires SCCP45.9-4-2SR3-1S.loads as primary firmware loader
- Incompatible with MGCP v1.4 analog gateways (requires MGCP 2.1+)
- Virtualization: VMware ESXi 8.0 U3+ or Hyper-V 2022 Update 1
Obtaining the Software
Download the complete firmware bundle containing term45.default.loads from the authenticated repository at https://www.ioshub.net. Enterprise customers with active Cisco Smart Licensing can request:
- Bulk deployment templates for Ansible Tower 4.0+
- SHA-384 checksum verification scripts
Always validate file integrity against Cisco PKI certificates before deployment.
Technical specifications validated against Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5(2) Release Notes and IP Phone 7900 Series Security Advisory 2024-09.