restore toshiba satellite c55-a5220 windows 8 back to factory

[mcdanij]

How do I restore my Toshiba Satellite C55-A5220 with windows 8 back to factory settings

 

[kenrivers]

Have you created "Recovery Media"? If yes, then you can try the steps outlined in the User Manual. The instructions start on page 53.

"Many Toshiba laptops come with the factory software recovery image stored in a special (hidden) area on the hard disk. From this special hidden image, you can restore your computer to its factory-fresh software condition by following these steps:

To restore the original factory software image on your computer follow these steps:
Make sure the computer is turned off ("Shut-down" from the Windows Start menu)
Remove any peripherals such an external mouse, keyboard, monitor, USB flash drive etc.
Make sure the AC Adapter is plugged in and working.
Press and hold down the 0 (zero) key on the keyboard while powering on the computer. Release it when the recovery warning screen appears.
If the recovery process offers a choice of Operating Systems, select the appropriate one for you.
A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten.
Click Yes to continue.
When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens select "Recovery of Factory Software" or the appropriate option for your needs.
Continue to follow the directions restarting as necessary."

Source: http/forums.toshiba.com/t5/Satellite-Laptops-all-other/Factory-Restore/td-p/258371