OSX Tiger 15" install disk on a 12"?

I just got a new computer and its the 15" (old style but happy). Anyway, can I use the 15" OSX disk which has Tiger on my older (but still very cute although envying John Holmes 12")? The install disk says its for the 15" and the 17".

Diane:
OS install disks are computer specific and if it is still on one computer it is a violation of the license agreement to install it on another computer, assuming it can be installed. You will need to get a Full Retail Version of Tiger. Try AppleRescue
Good luck.
cornelius
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Aaron:
Welcome to Apple Discussions.
Computer specific install disks are optimized for the computer to which they are specific and even if you manage to install it without incident, you may end up having issues post installation.
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