If you want to bypass the Microsoft Online Account and set up an offline account (also known as a local account) during Windows 11 installation, here's a detailed guide:
Open Command Prompt:
- When you reach the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) screen, press Shift + F10 to open the Command Prompt.
Disable Internet Connection:
- In the Command Prompt, type ncpa.cpl and press Enter to open Network Connections.
- Right-click your Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection and select Disable to disconnect your PC from the internet.
Enter Bypass Command:
- In the Command Prompt, type oobe\bypassNRO and press Enter. Your PC will restart.
Continue with Setup:
- After the restart, go through the country and keyboard layout selection again.
- You'll see a new option, "I don’t have Internet". Click on it, then choose "Continue with limited setup".
- Proceed with the Windows installation.
Re-enable Internet Connection:
- Once you reach the Windows desktop, press Windows key + R to open Run.
- Type ncpa.cpl and press Enter to open Network Connections again.
- Right-click your Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection and select Enable to reconnect to the internet.
By following these steps, you can easily set up a local account on your Windows 11 machine without needing a Microsoft Online Account. Enjoy your offline setup!
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