Can I copy existing TM Back Ups to new Time Capsule?

Hey All..
I am thinking about buying a 500GB Time Capsule but first wanted to know if it was possible to transfer all the existing back ups that have been done to my Western Digital 500GB Hard Drive. I have had the WD drive connected to my iMac for 3 months and don't really want to just wipe it when I connect the new Time Capsule.
Would love to hear of anyone with experience or knowledge on this subject.
Thanks..RICKY

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