Re-Installing Mac OS X Tiger on MacBook Pro Fails

Hi,
I'm attempting to re-install Mac OS X Tiger from the install DVDs that came with my new MacBook Pro. About 1/4 way through the installation, the install quits and it says that it couldn't install and to try installing again. I do that and the same thing happens. What could possibly be wrong?

Hello Chris.
Any particular reason you are attempting a re-install?
Are you trying an Archive & Install or Erase & Install?
Did you check the hard drive for any directory problems via Disk First Aid repair via Disk Utility when booted from the install disc #1 before proceeding with the installation?

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