Install Mac OS on MacBook but CD drive doesnt work

I have a black 13 in. MacBook (Late 2007) running 10.5.8 and I would like to update to the latest version of Mac OS but the CD drive on it doesn't work (I accidently dropped my MacBook and now CDs wont go inside the drive) I also have an 27 in. iMac (mid 2010) running the latest version of Mac OS. (I have all of the install discs that came with each computer) Is it possible to install the latest version of Mac OS on my MacBook using my iMacs CD drive? Or at least reinstall the Mac OS on my MacBook like if it were brand new?. If it is possible can anyone direct me to where the instructions are, or the discussion forum for a similar situation like this one?

It is not possible to install without a working DVD drive. You could use your iMac but only if your MB has a Firewire port. If so, then you can use Target Disk Mode.
1. Follow the basic instructions for connecting the two via FW cable.
2. Boot the MB into TDM.
3. Boot the iMac from the Snow Leopard installer DVD.
4. Use Disk Utility from the installer's Utilities menu to erase the hard drive on the MB.
5. Quit DU. Install SL by selecting the MB's drive as the target.

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