How can I access a PowerPc formatted external USB drive on my Intel based MacBook?

That is about it, back up files on a Iomega 250g, used and formatted from a 2005 IBook CANNOT be recognized by my Intel MacBook with Lion.
Are there drivers or a way around this?

basstone97:
Your MacBook will support a 2.5" SATA drive. The largest drive currently available is 500 GB. Other sizes are 320 GB, 250 GB etc. The Apple tech was likely referring that Apple will not do a free replacement of your drive unless is was defective or failed. However, you can purchase the drive and install it yourself. It is relatively easy on the MacBook, or you can purchase the drive and have Apple or an Authorized Apple Dealer install it for you. The risk of DIY installation is that if you screw up Apple will not be responsible for any damages. If you are interested, please post back for a list of available HDDs and step by step directions and tips for installation.
cornelius

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