This article contains the Readme document for the MessagePad 2000 System Update 2.1.

MessagePad 2000 System Update 2.1 (717145)US

This document describes the product enhancements included in the system update file named 'MessagePad 2000 2.1 (717145)US'.

System Update 2.1 (717145)US is for Apple MessagePad 2000 customers in the United States. This version will install over the following system software versions for MessagePad 2000:

• version 2.1 (717006)
• version 2.1 (717041)
• version 2.1 (717132)

Before you install any system update, you should backup your MessagePad 2000 with the Newton Connection Utilities application or to a PC storage card (PCMCIA card). Apple is not responsible for any lost data.

New changes in System Update 2.1 (717145):

• Data may have been lost when sending large blocks of data via the serial port. This has been fixed.
• When writing large amounts of cursive text, an out of memory condition was sometimes encountered. This has been fixed.
• Fixed a problem causing the error message "Newton still needs the card..." when certain communication cards are ejected.
• Text on the cover page of a fax is now clear.
• Battery level indicator in Extras will now accurately display battery charge.
• The power switch detection sensitivity has been improved to minimize false detection of system or backlight on/off events.