Apple Install DVD's - System Specific?

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I was wondering if the Apple Install DVD's that come with your machine are system specific? I have a non intel based i-mac G5 and misplaced my original OSX install disc. I was wondering if I can use my MacBook Pro 10.4.8 Install DVD? Will it work? Will I have any problems? Thanks for helping out a newbee.
 
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14in MacBook Pro M1 Max 32GB 2TB
You will have a problem. The MacBook Pro media will work only on a MacBook Pro. You will need to purchase a full install of Tiger, for G5 iMac.
 
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Yes they are machine specific. They have different hardware specs and firmware for the different machines.
 

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