Is it possible for Mac Pro 724 Windows xp to install?

Is it possible for Mac Pro 724 Windows xp to install?

I really don't like any "closed" or sealed technology.
About half way down the page are bare 2.5" enclosures for $50 range
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/firewire/add-ons-and-hubs/enclosure-kits
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/firewire/on-the-go
Grief! Yes, that is costly "solution" I looked on Amazon for USB2 for SATA drives and $40.
For that kind of price, MacGurus specializes in some hot-swap FW/USB/eSATA cases so you can use it with multiple drives (giant floppy).

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