System updates do NOT get wiped out during a cold reset.
They are there, forever. There was a tool that Apple had
to remove them for those system update beta testers but I've
never seen that tool.
On Fri, Apr 14, 2000 at 02:13:58PM -0400, Filmer, Paul E wrote:
> You need to execute a "Cold Boot"
>
> Cold Boot
> A Cold Boot erases all data, any System Update installed, and sets the
> Newton OS back to factory defaults. Pen
> alignment is required the next time you use your Apple MessagePad. In
> addition to pen alignment, the Time Zone,
> Date, Time, and Prefs need to be set up.
> WARNING: You should backup your data prior to a Cold Boot.
> Method
> 1. Disconnect any AC power.
> 2. Remove the main batteries.
> 3.a. OMP through MP130 - Remove the round Lithium backup battery.
> 3.b. MP2x00 & eMate - Wait 2 hours.
> 4. Hold the power switch down for 5 seconds.
> 5. Release the power switch.
> 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 four more times.
>
> HTH
>
> Paul Filmer
> 128.150.102.46
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