Applying password to an external HardDrive - possible?

Hi
I use a Lacie 250 external HardDrive to backup my files and such. Is there anyway I can apply a password to this drive so that when I plug it to a computer I have to enter a password before I can access the files?
I have turned off the auto log-on on my MacBook and would like to be able to protect my files on the external drive as well.
Mikkel

Hi Mikkel,
You could create a password protected disk image on your external hard drive. This would require you to enter a password before accessing the files. I believe there is another thread floating around telling you how to do this.
Good luck,
Jason

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