Can I buy 1 TB of space for a iMac Core 2 Duo 2.16GHz 2GB 24'' Desktop?

My brother is looking to buy this computer:
iMac Core 2 Duo 2.16GHz 2GB 24'' Desktop
Specs are:
Item specifics - Apple Desktops
Condition: Used
Processor Type: Intel Core 2 Duo
Product Family: iMac Processor Speed (per Core): 2.16 GHz
Screen Size: 24 inches Processor
Configuration: Dual Core
Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Memory (RAM): 2 GB
Primary Drive: Superdrive
Hard Drive Capacity: 250 GB
My question is, can he add 1 terabyte of space to this computer? The seller says the Hard drive is defective so he would need to replace it, or is the real capacity up to to 250 gigs?
Also, if the drive is defective and he buys an external drive can the defective drive ever affect the external drive and how it functions?
I dont even know why he would need a terabyte of space.... but he is guy what can I say lol

As long as the replacement HD is the same physical size the capacity doesn't matter. Be aware this is an old machine (about 4 years) so I hope he is not investing too much in it. If he's spending over $500 for it I would strongly recommend he buy an Apple Refurbished iMac instead. These machines are covered by Apple's 1 year warranty and are also eligible for AppleCare. Overall a much wiser decision.
Regards,
Roger

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