What external raid devices can I use on my Non-Thunderbolt Macbook pro (Mid 2009)?

I'm looking for the best external Raid drive options for my non-thunderbolt port 2009 Macbook Pro.  I only require 2Tb total storage (prefer RAID 1 so it'll be 2x2tb drives, removeable).  Can I still use a thunderbolt drive or would I be wasting my $$ if I can't take advantage of the speed?
I have a 17" Macbook pro 5,2 (mid 2009) running 10.6.8 OS X (Snow Leopard), Intel core, without a Thunderbolt port.
Thanks!

Hi, cubingcouple.  
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.  
I understand that your MacBook is not working with your external display. display shows a blank screen.  Here is the best troubleshooting resource to go through when experiencing these symptoms.  
Apple computers: Troubleshooting issues with video on internal or external displays
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT201177
Cheers, 
Jason H.

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