OBrien wrote: > In any case, if I were buying a new HD I would get an external HD with both USB AND Firewire ports to have an alternate means of connecting if, for some reason I ever needed it. > If the op or anyone else decides to purchase a firewire 400 drive or housing you should look for one with the oxford 911 chipset, other chipsets have been problematic. And if the specs do not specify what chipset is included, ask. Tina