Missing System Restore CD?

I maybe going crazy, but I received my iBook G4 in Feb. '06 and I can't remember seeing any System Restore CD's in the package. I've turned the house upside down looking for them and can't find them. My sister also received a new iBook G4 in Oct. '05, and she can't remember seeing any CD either. Have they discontinued sending them with new computers? If not, how can an get new CD's?

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It sounds like you have misplaced them and you may want to buy a new copy of the DVD. You both can split the cost of Mac OS X Family Pack. The retail version will not have the iLife applications with it, so you can't reinstall iLife without having the iLife DVD. The only real way (that I know of) to avoid this is to find your original install disc(s).
Jon
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I understand that after running some updates your system is getting BSOD errors associated with the Windows file wdf01000.sys. Now I cannot claim to be able to get you a copy of that file. I am not sure just replacing it would resolve your issue anyways. I can do this for you I can tell you that first the HP Compaq 8200 Elite Convertible Minitower PC is a commercial product. You can do this at you may get more assistance by posting this on the commercial forums at Business PCs - Compaq, Elite, Pro.
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I am also providing you with resources on both below:
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