Which set of MBP install disks do I use?

Over the last few years, I have purchased two 15" MacBook Pros. I also got one from my work. So I have three sets of install disks. I want to give my oldest MBP to my nephew, but I want to wipe it clean first. But how do can I figure out which Install disk to use for that particular laptop? They all look the same to me. Will using the wrong one do anything bad to the computer?
thanks!

So I have three sets of install disks. I want to give my oldest MBP to my nephew, but I want to wipe it clean first.
You must use the System DVD that originally came w/the computer because they are machine specific. Using the incorrect ones may damage your system. Call Apple Customer Support - in the US, (800) 767-2775. You'll need to have the model and/or serial number of your Mac available. The staff will be able to advise you which of your 3 sets of System DVDs goes w/which MBP that you have.
If you're not in the US, you may need to go through the regional Apple Store that serves your location to find the contact number. Here's a list of links to all of those - http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/intlstoreroutingpage.html Another resource: International Support Phone #s.

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