Problems formatting an external Windows based HD

I have an older 80 GB hard drive that has Windows installed on it. I have it hooked up as an external now and when I try to format it I can't modify Documents & Settings. I have it set up as a slave and I'm trying to wipe it clean so I can use it for additional space.
If anyone knows any way to make it Writable, suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

I have an older 80 GB hard ... I have it set up as a slave
Welcome to the Apple discussions.
The drives I've put into enclosures have not been set up as slaves, rather, they've been master, usually without a jumper on Western Digital drives. Have you tried that configuration, instead of slave?

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