The handbook is a bit confusing on this topic.
After Erasing Your Messagepad:
These Files Remain:
- The Calendar
- To Do List
- Notes
- Names programs
- Newton operating system
- System updates
These Files are Erased:
- Notions
- Notions templates
- Newton Mail modules
- PackageMover
- Other installed programs
- All data in the internal memory
NOTE: Information on any storage card is unaffected when you erase.
How To Erase Your Apple MessagePad:
1. Press and hold down the Power switch.
2. Press and release the Reset button while holding down the Power switch.
3. Continue to hold down the Power switch until the message appears asking if you want to erase data completely.
4. Release the Power switch.
5. Tap on the YES button and then tap on the OK button.
This article was published in the "Information Alley": Volume II, Issue 4, Page 8