Skipping Microsoft Account Sign-In and Network Connection During Windows 11 Installation (2025 Update)

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  Skipping Microsoft Account Sign-In and Network Connection During Windows 11 Installation (2025 Update) Have you ever been stuck on the “Sign in with a Microsoft account” or “Connect to a network” screen while installing Windows 11? As of 2025, you can still complete setup with a local account by following the methods below. 1. Shift + F10 Command Prompt Bypass On the “Connect to a network” or “Sign in with Microsoft account” screen, press Shift + F10 together to open the Command Prompt (CMD) . Enter the following command and press Enter: oobe\bypassnro (Depending on your keyboard, you may need to use the ₩ key instead of \.) The installer will automatically restart and your system will reboot. After rebooting, you’ll see an option like “I don’t have internet” or “Skip network” on the setup screen. Select this option to create a local account and finish the installation. 2. Forcibly Disconnect Network If you unplug the LAN cable o...

Windows 11 Installation and Activation Guide After Motherboard Replacement

 

Windows 11 Installation and Activation Guide After Motherboard Replacement



1. Installing Windows 11 After Replacing the Motherboard (and Major Hardware)

  • If you replace your motherboard, CPU, or other major hardware, you can often connect your existing Windows 11 SSD/HDD and the system will automatically detect the new hardware and boot normally.
  • However, if you want a completely clean environment or encounter issues such as driver conflicts, a clean installation of Windows 11 (formatting and reinstalling) is recommended.

Pre-installation Checklist

  • Ensure your new motherboard supports Windows 11 requirements such as TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
  • You must enable TPM 2.0 (firmware TPM/fTPM, etc.) and Secure Boot in the BIOS for a successful installation.

2. Windows 11 Installation Process

  1. Boot from Installation USB
    • Create a Windows 11 installation USB using the official Microsoft Media Creation Tool.
  2. Change Boot Order in BIOS/UEFI
    • Set the USB drive as the first boot device in the BIOS.
  3. Proceed with Windows 11 Installation
    • You can format the existing drive for a clean install or overwrite the old Windows installation.
    • If you encounter errors related to TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot during installation, there are bypass methods available (see separate guides as needed).

3. Windows Activation Considerations

  • The Windows digital license is linked to your hardware, especially the motherboard. If you change the motherboard, your previous license may not be recognized and activation may be lost.

How to Recover Activation:

  • If your Windows license is linked to your Microsoft account:
    1. Go to Settings → System → Activation → Troubleshoot.
    2. Select "I changed hardware on this device recently", log in to your Microsoft account, choose your PC, and activate.
  • If you have a product key:
    • Enter your Windows 10/11 product key on the activation screen to reactivate.
  • If you have neither an account link nor a product key:
    • You will need to purchase a new license.

4. Additional Tips

  • Driver Installation: For stability, reinstall drivers for the motherboard, chipset, network, audio, etc.
  • Backup: Always back up important data before replacing hardware.

Summary

  • After a motherboard replacement, you can either use your existing SSD/HDD or perform a clean install of Windows 11.
  • Activation may be lost after a motherboard change, so ensure your Microsoft account is linked or have your product key ready for smooth reactivation.
  • Always enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot in the BIOS before installation.


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