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