Can I install a 1TB SSD on MacBook Early 2008 model?

Hi,
I have a MacBook Early 2008 model running on Lion 10.7.5. Everything worked perfectly until recently I noticed that the HDD has been making some weird clicking sounds. I spoke and showed it to the local repair shop and they suggested that I have my HDD replaced asap as it could crash anytime.
Now I was wondering if I could just install a SSD on it as those run quite faster than HDD's? I did ask the local repair shop this question but they seemed not to know anything about the MacBook's compatability with the SSD as its an old model.
A quick answer would be very much helpful.
Thanks
-Mustafa

• What I really wanted to know is, are the HDD and SSD connectors same? And would the MacBook be able to handle it?
Yes. Should work very well. I've done this on an old Macbook and a new one. Not difficult, but you will need a # 8 torx screw driver and a #1 Phillips.
The connectors are standardised.
You can google for "how to" videos, there are many on line.

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