Can I restore G5 without original DVD?

Hello everyone!
I have unfortunatly lost the original "Restore DVD" and now the HD of my Apple Power Macintosh G5 Dual Core (2.3) (Identifiers: Late 2005 - M9591LL/A - PowerMac11,2 - A1177 - 2023) is broken.
Do you know where i can find an image of the 'restore DVD' or if exist an alternative mode?
Thanks.

There's no download. You could buy a Tiger 10.4 or Leopard 10.5 install DVD, but you wouldn't get your old apps. You've probably heard it said many times - always have a backup of your hard drive.
It's a "long shot", but you can call Apple Customer Support 1-800-767-2775, provide the Serial Number and specifications of the Mac, and for a fee, a replacement set of system discs (if available), can be ordered. However, the discs will be for the original version of OS, that was pre-installed, when the Mac was manufactured.
Other possible sources are eBay or Craig's List. Suggest you join LEM-Swap for buying & selling Mac stuff. http://groups.google.com/group/lemswap After you join, post a WTB (want to buy).
 Cheers, Tom

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