How do I transfer an iphoto library to a USB HD?

My Macbook Pro is being fixed at the Apple Store about an hour away from where I live. I need to erase, reinstall, and ship the machine while I am in Des Moines. I have my essential documents backed up already but didn't get a chance to back up the iphoto library before it needed to be fixed. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can save my library? I am hesitant to use a HD I have because it has been used on a windows machine and has files on it currently from a windows machine. I don't want the data to be lost because of formatting. Is it possible to buy a 13+GB HD for cheap?
When I do find a HD can I just drag the library icon from my finder into the HD? Should I reformat it since this is the only place my photos are stored? Please give me the best advice you can to ensure that my events, faces, places, etc are safe.
Thanks

Hi, you buy a MacBookPro & then want a "cheap" ext HD..c r a z y""""
The Hd you need will depend on the size of your iPhoto Library..
The WD ext/portable HD's are very cost effective..
Format it for Mac..Go into your Home folder -> Pictures -> drag-N-drop from there..
If yoy have a small iphoto library you might be able to use an iPod depending on gb size..

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