Superdrive Broken / How to install OSX

[gkp]

I have a Powerbook 12" that has a non working superdrive. I purchased this used a few years ago and prior to my purchase there was an upgrade to the memory and the screws were stripped, so I cannot replace the superdrive. (not bad for buying for $200)
My question: Can I install a OSX using my new MBPro or another device as the target drive?
Thanks!

 

[Peterkro]

Simple answer,yes,no problem.

 

[r.j.s]

Boot the PB in Target drive mode connected to the MBP, then Install using the MBP on the "external" PB.

 

[jonathanbruck]

borrow a second computer

If you're running leopard on the 12", try using disc sharing. it should be able to install over wifi.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1777

 

[gkp]

Awesome! thanks!

You guys rock, thanks for the speedy info and solution to my question.

 

[gkp]

Powerbook 12" will not see the remote disc

I set up my MBP to share the dvd / disc and did the same on my PB 12" and rebooted both. No luck. They are both airport extreme also...any ideas or should I just do the Firewire trick?
This would have been cool too!

 

[r.j.s]

Just go the firewire route.

 

[greenday123]

Yeah, just use the firewire way. It will be alot quicker and easier than installing over WiFi.

 

[alphaod]

You could restore the OS X installer to an external HDD on your good computer and then boot off the HDD on your broken one.

 

[gkp]

thanks again for the suggestions

I have never installed OSX on a external hard drive, can I do that on a MyBook/Western Digital 500 gig? Do you have a link with more info on this procedure?
Thanks!