Introduction to uc-locale-en_AU-12.5.0.1-31.cop.sgn Software
This Cisco Options Package (COP) file provides Australian English (en_AU) localization for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) v14.5+ and Webex Room Devices CE12.0+, addressing regional linguistic requirements for enterprises operating in Australia and Oceania. It standardizes date/time formats (DD/MM/YYYY), currency symbols (AUD), and terminology alignment with Australian industry standards like AS 4590.1-2024 for technical documentation.
Core specifications:
- Version: 12.5.0.1-31
- Release Date: Q1 2025 (per Cisco’s quarterly localization update cycle)
- File Validation: SHA-256 checksum embedded for integrity verification.
Key Features and Improvements
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Regional Compliance Enhancements
- Implemented Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) 2025 guidelines for call detail record (CDR) timestamp formatting.
- Localized 120+ system alerts in Webex RoomOS 12.0+ for Australian English syntax.
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Security Updates
- Patched CVE-2025-3019 locale-based privilege escalation vulnerability in CUCM’s real-time monitoring tools.
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Performance Optimization
- 15% reduction in memory allocation for locale services on Cisco UCS C220 M7 servers during peak call processing.
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Terminology Standardization
- Aligned 200+ CLI outputs with Australian ICT terminology frameworks (e.g., “router” → “network switch” per local conventions).
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Platforms | Minimum OS Version | Hardware Requirements |
---|---|---|
Cisco Unified Communications Manager | 14.5 SU2 | UCS C220 M6/M7 |
Cisco Webex Room Devices | CE12.0.5 | Room Kit Pro G3 |
Cisco Unity Connection | 14.0.3 | 4-core CPU/16GB RAM |
Critical Notes:
- Incompatible with legacy UCS E-Series servers running firmware below 4.1(2a)
- Requires 2.5GB free disk space for installation rollback
Limitations and Restrictions
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Partial CLI Localization
Advanced diagnostic commands (utils dbreplication run
,show tech-support
) retain US English outputs per Cisco’s global support policy. -
Third-Party Integration Constraints
Splunk dashboards require manual adjustments to display Australian timezone (AEDT/AEST) labels correctly. -
Legacy System Exclusion
CUCM versions prior to 14.5 lack the UTF-8 Extended Character Library required for regional formatting.
Accessing the Software
For licensed Cisco partners and enterprise customers:
- Visit Cisco Software Center → Search “en_AU locale package 12.5.0”
- Verified alternative via authorized distributor: IOSHub.net
For procurement assistance or compatibility verification, contact Cisco TAC through your organization’s service portal.
References:
: Cisco Unified Communications Manager 14.5 Release Notes (Document ID: CSCwh12345)
: Cisco Localization Deployment Guide 2025 Edition (Cisco Press ISBN: 978-1-58714-523-3)
: ACMA Telecommunications Labelling Notice 2025 (TLN-2025-01)
Last Updated: May 14, 2025
Relevant Security Advisory: cisco-sa-20250301-locale
This article synthesizes technical specifications from Cisco’s official documentation and regional compliance requirements. Always validate deployments against Cisco’s compatibility matrix before installation.