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Jim,
Not exactly sure what you are asking here.
This basically is an external drive.
What I have suggested is using an internal drive mounted in an enclosure with an internal power supply and fan.
A conventional external drive is in a sealed case without a cooling fan utilizing a wall wart power supply.
I had a couple of these, one Acomdata that failed and a Maxtor 80G which I still have and use for backup.
The cost of the suggested set up is considerably less also, close to half in some cases if you shop. Couple that with the other benefits and you are way ahead.

Where are you cruising to?
Booked a 11 day to Panama for Feb 05, can't wait.