How to format HDD on my Satellite C855-1GQ?

I have a Toshiba Satellite C855-1GQ.
How do I format my HDD thanks for your help.

Hello
I don't know what do you want to do exactly. HDD can be formatted before you install original recovery image that you got with your machine but also if you want to install own OS version.
If you have created recovery disc you can format HDD using one of the offered options (erase the hard disk) - http://aps2.toshiba-tro.de/kb0/HTD1303440001R02.htm
In case that you want to use Microsoft installation disc at the beginning of setup procedure current HDD will be shown. You have option to delete existing partitions, create new partitions and install Windows OS.
Please let us know what do you want to do exactly.

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I'll be repeating myself now, but I'll try to put more words in..
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It would be interesting to know how you installed / upgraded to Win 8.1 system.
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