external drive?

[NeezyDeezy]

My dad is considering buying a 400gb external drive for $400 at compusa! He wants to buy it today, and I told him to give me a few hours before he made the purchase because I'd like to help save a little money.

My questions:

Isn't there a better option? Like buying an internal drive and an enclosure + usb 2.0 converter?

If we go this route, are there any disadvantages?

Thanks!

 

[Centoros]

Alot of times, you can buy an external enclosure and a drive to go in it for less money. That's usually what I do. I don't see the need to spend that kind of money just for an already enclosed drive.

 

[NeezyDeezy]

Will this one from chief value be ideal??

AMS Venus USB 2.0 - $42 shipped

http://www.**********.com/app/productdetails.asp?item=17-145-656

 

[potato28]

Link?