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Community boards resist Western Bay of Plenty merger proposal
At an appeal hearing on Thursday, four of the region's five community boards spoke against the proposed changes because it would diminish their local voice.

Nine kiwi killed in the Bay of Islands
RNZ understands complaints have been lodged with the Far North District Council about roaming dogs in the Wharengaere Bay area since mid-2024.

Law Society warns Cook Islands' religious rules 'against human rights'
This comes as churches on the island are pushing to introduce a constitutional amendment to declare Cook Islands a Christian nation.

Marshall Islands: Rongelap evacuation changed course of history
Feature - Greenpeace's Rainbow Warrior, which helped evacuate people of Rongelap Atoll in 1985, shines a spotlight on the legacy of US nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands, writes Giff Johnson.

CNMI, Guam governors joke about becoming the 51st US state
However, Northern Marianan Islands' leader Arnold Palacios says he is under no illusion that this would come into fruition any time soon.

Greenpeace's Rainbow Warrior returns to Marshall Islands for radiation research
The Marshall Islands welcomed Greenpeace's flagship vessel for a six-week research expedition focused on nuclear radiation.

A couple of cool, wet days – then summer’s long tail should wag again
Tairawhiti, Hawke’s Bay, Marlborough look set to have the warmest, sunniest weather in the next week or so, with some places forecast to get to 28C.

Meth and $100,000 cash allegedly found at Hawke’s Bay address
Officers were armed as a precaution when they stopped the vehicle on SH50 near Tikokino, police say.

The story behind the Hawke's Bay meatball
Unlike its celebrated southern cousin, it has remained a local treat.

The story behind the Hawke's Bay meatball
Unlike its celebrated sibling, the cheese roll, the Hawke's Bay meatball has remained a local treat.

Man arrested, $100,000, meth and e-bike seized in Hawke's Bay
The man, aged 56, faces several charges.

Nine kiwi killed in Bay of Islands amid complaints about roaming dogs
Nine of the strictly protected birds have died at one isolated bay during the past six weeks.

How to Set SSD as Boot Drive in BIOS
Are you considering upgrading your system disk from a traditional hard disk drive (HDD) to a solid-state drive (SSD)? This process can significantly enhance your computer’s performance as SSDs offer faster boot time, longer lifespan, and better application loading speed. However, to make the most of the SSD, you need to set it as the boot drive. This article will walk you through a step-by-step tutorial on setting the SSD as the boot drive in the BIOS. Phase 1. Choose and prepare your SSD Preparing your SSD is the first step in swapping from an HDD to an SSD. Here’s how to get everything ready and ensure a seamless transition: 1?? First, choose a suitable SSD that matches your system’s specifications in terms of capacity, speed, and form factor. Many older and budget laptops support 2.5-inch SATA SSDs, while modern laptops often use M.2 NVMe SSDs for better performance. Desktops can utilize both 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe (NVMe) SSDs, with the latter offering significantly faster speeds. Always check your device’s compatibility before making a purchase. 2?? Second, you need to install the new SSD on your computer and initialize it before cloning. Tools you will need: Screwdriver (to open your computer case if needed). SATA data & power cables (only for 2.5-inch SATA SSDs; M.2 SSDs do not require cables). Follow this tutorial to install, enable, and initialize your SSD: Step 1. Install the SSD Turn off your computer and unplug all power cables. Use a screwdriver to remove your computer’s back panel. Identify the appropriate slot: For a 2.5-inch SATA SSD, replace the existing hard drive or use an additional bay (if available). For M.2 NVMe SSD, remove the old one, insert the new one into the M.2 slot at a slight angle and secure it with a screw. Step 2. Enable SSD in BIOS Restart your computer and immediately press the key to enter BIOS (commonly F2, Del, Esc, or F10). Navigate to Advanced, Boot, or Storage Configuration. If this new SSD is not detected, turn on or enable it and save the changes. Step 3. Initialize the SSD in Disk Management: Right-click the Start icon and select Disk Management. When prompted, you can select GPT or MBR as the partition style (choose the same partition style as your old disk). You can continue to create new volumes in this utility if you wish. 3?? Lastly, if you are using a used SSD as the destination disk, migrating the system to another disk will overwrite all the data on it. It’s vital to back up important data on it before you begin. Phase 2. Migrate Windows to the SSD EaseUS Partition Master Professional is a powerful tool that simplifies disk-management tasks. It allows you to migrate your Windows operating system from the HDD to the SSD without needing to reinstall the software. Moreover, this tool supports changing the boot drive in a user-friendly way. Follow this step-by-step guide to migrate Windows from HDD to SSD: Step 1. Download and run EaseUS Partition Master on your computer, and select “Disk Clone” from the left menu. Step 2. Choose the “Migrate OS” option and click “Next”. Step 3. Select the SSD or HDD as the destination disk and click “Next”. Step 4. Click “Yes” when this warning appears: ‘The data and partitions on the target disk will be deleted.’ Make sure that you’ve backed up important data in advance. If not, do it now. Step 5. Preview the layout of your target disk. Then click “Start” to migrate your OS to the new disk. Step 6. Lastly, click “Done” and choose when to reboot the computer. EaseUS “Reboot Now” will trigger a boot from this new disk instantly. “Done” will require you to manually restart the computer later. After the OS migration, you still need to set the new SSD as the boot drive in the BIOS. Here’s how to do that: Phase 3. Set the new SSD as the boot drive The last step is to restart the PC and change the boot order from the old HDD to your new SSD drive. You have two options: Option 1. Change boot drive automatically For tech novices, EaseUS Partition Master allows you to set a new disk as the primary drive without entering UEFI/BIOS, streamlining the process of managing boot settings. Step 1. In EaseUS Partition Master, navigate to “Boot Repair” > “Toolkit”. Step 2. Click the “UEFI items” tab and change the boot order by dragging the SSD to the first position. Step 3. Click “Save” to apply the changes. By doing this, your OS is set to boot from the new hard drive. Option 2. Set SSD as boot drive in BIOS manually Another way is to adjust the boot settings directly in UEFI/BIOS on your computer: Step 1. Restart your PC and press the necessary key to enter the BIOS (this varies with different computer manufacturers). Brand BIOS Key(s)Boot Menu KeyAcerF2 or DelF12ASUSF2 or DelEsc or F8DellF2F2HPF10 or EscF9LenovoF2 (or Fn + F2)F12 (or Novo Button) Step 2. Switch to the boot option, change the boot order, and set your computer to boot from the new SSD. Step 3. Press the F10 key to bring up the “Save and Exit” tab. Click “Y” or “Yes” to confirm. Conclusion This guide provides clear instructions on migrating the Windows OS to an SSD and setting that as the primary boot drive, empowering you to harness the full speed and reliability of the SSD. Switching your boot drive to an SSD will enhance your computer’s efficiency, delivering lightning-fast startup speeds and a smoother overall experience. With tools like EaseUS Partition Master, the upgrade becomes effortless – eliminating the hassle of reinstalling Windows by seamlessly cloning your operating system.