Change HDD and its Procedure

Hey guys,
I have the 250GB HDD and its running out, Im filling it with photos and music.
Is there a step somewhere that I can follow to replace my HDD and what HDD is compatible.
Also how to image everything I have on the 250GB that I have to the new HDD, can I just use the time-machine ?
Thank you in advance for any help
Message was edited by: MammothZ

"is there a step somewhere that I can follow to replace my HDD and what HDD is compatible."
You have several resources at your disposal. There are several threads in this forum mentioning which third-party HDAs have been used to upgrade your computer. There are several online tutorials regarding the HDA replacement in your computer.

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