Macbook HD
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Didn't you have a 13.3" MacBook Jaline? You're allowed to replace both HD and RAM on it yourself, it's the MacBook Pro that only lets you swap RAM.
It's quite easy, I did it numerous times. I believe internal ones are safer than external drives that get more shaking action in the end and are more likely to be dropped than the laptop even if used at home only. Also, USB connection is slow. Also, external drenclosures often have bad thermal parameters.
I recommend a 7200 rpm drive, but it's not crucial, 5400 should be fine. You might or might not notice a difference in speed at all.
Get at least 200GB, 320 should be just fine. 16MB on board cache is recommended for speed, but again, not necessary.If it's a Seagate, choose one which symbol ends with ASG rather than AS - it's equipped with extra sudden motion protection.