Free install dvd

Hi everyone,Plz help. I have no install disks for my imac G5 running OS x 10.5.8 and understand I can get a set free from apple.
I have no idea how to go about getting apple to send me them or even where/how to look so if anyone can help it will be greatly appreciated.

Not free.
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.
 Cheers, Tom

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