How to Recover a Toshiba L505D

1. Connect the laptop to a live AC power outlet by using the cord provided with the laptop.
2. Open the lid on the laptop. Press the power button.
3. Press and hold the zero key as the computer powers on. If the laptop gives you a choice between Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit at this time, select the one that is compatible with your laptop.
4. Click the 'Yes' button after reading the warning screen. This is to remind you that all the data on your computer will be deleted and rewritten.
5. Place a dot in the radio button beside 'Recovery of Factory Default software.' Click the 'Next' button.
6. Place a dot in the radio button beside 'Recover to out-of-box state.' Click the 'Next' button.
7. Click 'Next' to begin the recovery process. The Toshiba L505D will display a progress indicator and then display a message that the system has been recovered.
8. Press a key on the keyboard. Any key will do. If in doubt, press the 'Enter' key to restart the computer.