Safe to install use bootcamp w/o OSX disc?
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DeltaMac
Tech
The Boot Camp utility (in the Utilities folder on any Intel Mac with Leopard installed) sets up a separate partition so you can install a bootable version of Windows. It doesn't remove or replace the OS X software, so that can still be used. No need to recover that OS X software.
But, you wouldn't be able to finish the Windows installation, because the various hardware drivers for Windows are provided on the Leopard install disk that comes with new Macs, so no sound, network (internet), and only default video, various other hardware will not work properly, or won't work at all.
You can contact Apple to get a replacement set of restore DVDs for the new Mac, for a nominal fee.
But, you wouldn't be able to finish the Windows installation, because the various hardware drivers for Windows are provided on the Leopard install disk that comes with new Macs, so no sound, network (internet), and only default video, various other hardware will not work properly, or won't work at all.
You can contact Apple to get a replacement set of restore DVDs for the new Mac, for a nominal fee.
ElDiabloConCaca
U.S.D.A. Prime
If the Mac was purchased brand-new, then the failure to include a Mac OS X DVD is not acceptable. All new Macintosh computers come with OS X Restore discs -- your friend needs to contact the place that he purchased the Mac from and demand the inclusion of the Restore DVD.
Is there any way to get back into your locked car without the keys?
If something borks the OS X partition, then you will need the OS X Install/Restore CDs/DVDs -- no ifs, ands or buts about it. Every Mac should have Install or Restore CDs/DVDs.
You _can_ buy the retail version of Mac OS X 10.5 (or 10.6 in a couple of months). That will exclude iLife '08, but at least it'll get the system running again. But let's not forget what DeltaMac said: "You can contact Apple to get a replacement set of restore DVDs for the new Mac, for a nominal fee."