I have an iMac 17" 1.83ghz intel core from 2006. I need to reformat the hard drive. Which system do I install - the system disk in came with or can I install 10.6.8 which is what it's running now. And does the system have to be for an iMac?

I have an iMac 17" 1.83ghz intel core from 2006. I need to reformat the hard drive. Which system do I reinstall - the system disk in came with or can I install 10.6.8 which is what it's running now. And does the system have to be for an iMac?

Reformat usiing the original install disc then update to v10.6.8.
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