Satellite L550 11J - faullty HDD after 3 month

Hi guys,
at first, sorry for my english, but i`m a german...
My problem, began for ca. 3month,...
I bought my notebook 5 month befor new at the store, and now after this short time i`ve every day more problems with it.
Since 3 month shows me the notebook the following text at the bootscreen: SMART Failure Predicted on Hard Disc: TOSHIBA MK4055GSX
WARNING: Immediately back-up your data and replace your hared disc drive. A failure may be imminent.
Press F1 to Continue
At this time i started the notebook only, when i pressed the F1 Key, but it runs without problems.
Since one week the notebook slow down every day. Now i can't reinstall the widows, because it continues immortal.
I don't know what i can do...
The nootbook scarcely 5 month old. I'm angry with it...
I hope some can help me.
Thank's so lot, and sorry for my bad english, i hope you understand what i would say.
Greets,
Dominik

Hi mate
It's pity that you notebook's HDD died... I think it's just an bad luck...
My HDD died after 5 years of usage...
However, the notebook and the HDD are covered by warranty and the HDD replacement should be done for free.
Please get in contact with an local ASP and ask for the HDD check and replacement (if needed)
Here you can find the database for all ASPs worldwide:
http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com/ -> Support & Downloads -> Find an Authorized Service Provider
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