Bypass Microsoft Account Requirement in Windows
During initial setup or installation of Windows, make sure the computer is disconnected from all network connections with Internet access.
- Disable the Internet connection before starting setup, e.g., by disconnecting the LAN cable or disabling Wi-Fi.
- Windows will display a "Let's connect you to a network" or similar screen. Windows 11 version 22H2 does not allow you to skip this anymore to create a local account.
- On the screen, use Shift+F10 to open a command prompt window.
- Type
OOBE\BYPASSNRO
and hit the Enter key. (The text is all letters - no numbers) - Windows will reboot and return to the "Let's connect you to a network" screen. Only this time, you may select "I don't have Internet" to skip this.
- Finally, select "Continue with limited setup" to create a local account during setup.
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