Trouble trying to reinstall Tiger on black Macbook

Hi:
I bought a new 13 inch white macbook - version 2,1. I also purchased a black 13 inch macbook that was used - version 1,1. The black mac didn't come with install discs. I wanted to give the used computer a clean install so I thought I would simply use the tiger discs that came with the new one. Unfortunately, when I try to begin the process, I get a message that says this software cannot be used with this system. Are the factory install discs really specific to black and white models? Or is there a problem because the black model is version 1,1. When Leopard comes out, will I be able to use the store bought version on either of these computers?
Thanks in advance for any info
Bruce

Are the factory install discs really specific to black and white models? Or is there a problem because the black model is version 1,1.
The disks are specific to each MacBook production run.
When Leopard comes out, will I be able to use the store bought version on either of these computers?
Yes.
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