External Hard Drive doesn't work on one usb, but works on the other, help?!

Hi there,
I have a very strange issue here. When connecting my external portable Maxtor 60GB disc to my MBP, I usually use the usb port on the right side of my laptop. However tonight, I connected it to the left usb port and noticed a horrible clicking sound coming from the otherwise silent drive. It made repeated clicking/scratching sounds and wouldn't mount and crashed OS X. Then I connected it to the right hand USB port and it mounted and worked like nothing else happened.
Has ANYONE experienced/can explain this bizarre phenomenon? Is it time to trade in my Maxtor for a new drive? I've only had it for a year and a half. Thank you!!

It's a power issue, use a 2-1 USB cord, a powered hub or an external power supply.

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