Since according to AveYo (thanks for this) this is only temporarily integrated into Windows 11 by Microsoft, one can assume that this command will not work for much longer. I truly hope it remains.

oobe\bypassnro

Then you can reactivate the Internet connection and add a password to the account, as well as make all other settings.

Alternative Workaround that should remain feasible, more trouble than the simple above command:

If the Internet is disabled, you start the reinstallation of Windows 11. You get to the window: "Unfortunately you have lost the Internet connection". From here it starts. Replace "User Name" with whatever you wish to use for the account:

Press Shift + F10. The command prompt opens

net.exe user "User Name" /add

net.exe localgroup "Administrators" "User Name" /add

cd OOBE

msoobe.exe && shutdown.exe -r

Windows will now restart and start with the other settings until Windows 11 is installed correctly with a local account.

When logging in, "The user name or password is incorrect" now appears.

Simply press OK and select the right account at the bottom left of screen. You should have one for Administrator and one for whatever name you used as "User Name" above.

Lets hope the simple oobe\bypassnro stays, as I have used both methods, and the first is by far the easiest.

Regards,

[I edited this message to remove the unnecessary content at the top. Please refrain from the personal attacks. - Jason]

Answer from Johnny55 on answers.microsoft.com
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Reddit
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r/sysadmin on Reddit: Windows 11 Bypass OOBE When bypassNRO Doesn't Do the Trick
March 15, 2025 -

Latest and fastest way I found to bypass Windows 11 OOBE, no need to run ipconfig /release or setup a Microsoft account.

EDIT:

Even with the latest Windows 11 updates THIS METHOD IS STILL THE BEST!!

Watch this in action: https://youtu.be/MXrYXH-ueIQ

Use a command prompt to create a local account during OOBE and then skip it completely:

  1. SHIFT + F10 (or SHIFT + FN + F10 on some Dell PC's)

  2. net.exe user 'username' 'password' /add *I recommend entering a password but it is optional*

  3. net.exe localgroup Administrators 'username' /add

  4. cd oobe

  5. msoobe.exe && shutdown.exe -r

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Eleven Forum
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oobe\bypassnro not working this time? | Windows 11 Forum
November 28, 2024 - Volunteer Moderator Replied on May 16, 2022 Since according to AveYo (thanks for this) this is only temporarily integrated into Windows 11 by Microsoft, one can assume that this command will not work for much longer. I truly hope it remains. oobe\bypassnro Then you can reactivate the Internet connection and add a password to the account, as well as make all other settings.
Discussions

Microsoft is removing the BYPASSNRO command - Software & Applications - Spiceworks Community
Hi everyone, Microsoft is removing the BYPASSNRO command from Windows so I’ll be forced to adding a Microsoft account during OS setup. More on community.spiceworks.com
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It’s been asked before but I need an answer for work: Does OOBE\BYPASSNRO not work anymore?
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Set up Windows 11 without internet - oobe\bypassnro
Ok, now on Insider builds you can't get it past anymore by killing OOBE Connection Flow. This is just nonsense. How are we supposed to set up PCs that don't have any Wi-Fi/Ethernet drivers in the first place? When killing Connection Flow you just get… More on learn.microsoft.com
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Suggestion: Write how to OOBE/bypassnro in the quick start guide - General Topics - Framework Community
It’s so backward for an OS to have an internet connection and a Microsoft account to simply startup your own computer. Everyone should know how to bypass it: Disconnect your net connection, Shift+F10, type "OOBE/BYPASSNRO, hit enter, restart. Write it into user’s manual/quick start guide ... More on community.frame.work
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Since according to AveYo (thanks for this) this is only temporarily integrated into Windows 11 by Microsoft, one can assume that this command will not work for much longer. I truly hope it remains.

oobe\bypassnro

Then you can reactivate the Internet connection and add a password to the account, as well as make all other settings.

Alternative Workaround that should remain feasible, more trouble than the simple above command:

If the Internet is disabled, you start the reinstallation of Windows 11. You get to the window: "Unfortunately you have lost the Internet connection". From here it starts. Replace "User Name" with whatever you wish to use for the account:

Press Shift + F10. The command prompt opens

net.exe user "User Name" /add

net.exe localgroup "Administrators" "User Name" /add

cd OOBE

msoobe.exe && shutdown.exe -r

Windows will now restart and start with the other settings until Windows 11 is installed correctly with a local account.

When logging in, "The user name or password is incorrect" now appears.

Simply press OK and select the right account at the bottom left of screen. You should have one for Administrator and one for whatever name you used as "User Name" above.

Lets hope the simple oobe\bypassnro stays, as I have used both methods, and the first is by far the easiest.

Regards,

[I edited this message to remove the unnecessary content at the top. Please refrain from the personal attacks. - Jason]

2 of 4
59

Great piece of info, will save it for future use

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IdeasAwakened
ideasawakened.com › post › microsoft-windows-11-local-account-oobe-bypassnro-fails
Workaround for Microsoft blocking BYPASSNRO script to setup a local account in Windows 11 | IdeasAwakened
March 30, 2025 - Most recently, you could use Shift+F10 ... a local account. According to that insider blog posts, this option will no longer be available in future Windows 11 releases....
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Spiceworks
community.spiceworks.com › software & applications
Microsoft is removing the BYPASSNRO command - Software & Applications - Spiceworks Community
April 8, 2025 - Hi everyone, Microsoft is removing the BYPASSNRO command from Windows so I’ll be forced to adding a Microsoft account during OS setup.
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NTLite
ntlite.com › home › forums
Windows 11 25H2 BypassNRO not working (UUP dump)
October 22, 2025 - Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen · Note: This feature may not be available in some browsers
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Microsoft Community Hub
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Why oobe\bypassnro Not Working for Windows 11 25H2 | Microsoft Community Hub
October 30, 2025 - It worked like a charm in the past with Windows 11 22H2, 23H2 and 24H2 installation as far as I have tried. However, it seems this bug was patched by Microsoft and oobe\bypassnro not working for Windows 11 25H2.
Find elsewhere
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Reddit
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r/Windows11 on Reddit: It’s been asked before but I need an answer for work: Does OOBE\BYPASSNRO not work anymore?
August 12, 2023 -

I’m doing a data transfer at work today and I have to bypass the create you’re account on windows and I can’t seem to run oobe\bypassnro, it’s comes back saying “not recognized externally or internally”

More specifically “ ‘oobe\ is not recognized as an internal or external command”

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Diskpart
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Troubleshooting OOBE Bypassnro Not Working
February 25, 2025 - Ensure you're using the correct command syntax (oobe\bypassnro). If it still doesn't work, try an alternative like OOBE\BYPASSNRO, restart the process, check for spelling errors, or consider other advanced methods such as editing the registry.
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Since according to AveYo (thanks for this) this is only temporarily integrated into Windows 11 by Microsoft, one can assume that this command will not work for much longer. I truly hope it remains.

oobe\bypassnro

Then you can reactivate the Internet connection and add a password to the account, as well as make all other settings.

Alternative Workaround that should remain feasible, more trouble than the simple above command:

If the Internet is disabled, you start the reinstallation of Windows 11. You get to the window: "Unfortunately you have lost the Internet connection". From here it starts. Replace "User Name" with whatever you wish to use for the account:

Press Shift + F10. The command prompt opens

net.exe user "User Name" /add

net.exe localgroup "Administrators" "User Name" /add

cd OOBE

msoobe.exe && shutdown.exe -r

Windows will now restart and start with the other settings until Windows 11 is installed correctly with a local account.

When logging in, "The user name or password is incorrect" now appears.

Simply press OK and select the right account at the bottom left of screen. You should have one for Administrator and one for whatever name you used as "User Name" above.

Lets hope the simple oobe\bypassnro stays, as I have used both methods, and the first is by far the easiest.

Regards,

[I edited this message to remove the unnecessary content at the top. Please refrain from the personal attacks. - Jason]

2 of 4
60

Great piece of info, will save it for future use

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YouTube
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How To Fix OOBE BYPASSNRO Is Not Recognized As An Internal Or External Command, Operable Program - YouTube
Seeing the error "OOBE BYPASSNRO is not recognized as an internal or external command" during your Windows 11 setup? This happens when the command is entered...
Published   April 18, 2025
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Ten Forums
tenforums.com › installation-upgrade › 214213-working-thru-win-11-install.html
Working thru Win 11 Install - Windows 10 Help Forums
July 4, 2024 - Yes, the Windows 11 OOBE setup won't let you continue unless you first connect to the internet. The reason being that MS want to then force you to use a Microsoft account to set up the PC. There is a way to bypass the internet requirement though and set up with a local account instead.
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Framework Community
community.frame.work › general topics
Suggestion: Write how to OOBE/bypassnro in the quick start guide - General Topics - Framework Community
February 4, 2024 - Everyone should know how to bypass it: Disconnect your net connection, Shift+F10, type "OOBE/BYPASSNRO, hit enter, restart. Write it into user’s manual/quick start guide so every user knows how to do it.
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Tom's Hardware
tomshardware.com › software › operating systems › windows
How to Install and Log In to Windows 11 Without a Microsoft Account | Tom's Hardware
September 30, 2025 - You can also leave this field blank and have no password, but that's not recommended. ... On new preview builds of Windows (and eventually the next release version), the OOBE/BYPASSNRO command has been erased and no longer works.
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XDA Developers
xda-developers.com › home › windows › 7 ancient windows commands that are still helpful for troubleshooting today
7 ancient Windows commands that are still helpful for troubleshooting today
September 22, 2025 - Access the Windows Command Prompy during Windows 11 installation by pressing Shift+F10. The OOBE\bypassnro command is the newest command on the list, yet will be the first to be retired. It lets users bypass Windows 11’s Microsoft account registration requirement by putting the OS installation into Out-of-Box Experience mode.
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NTLite
ntlite.com › home › forums
Windows 11 OOBE bypass not working - English ...
February 2, 2025 - Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen · Note: This feature may not be available in some browsers
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PC Gamer
pcgamer.com › software › operating systems
Microsoft has disabled the popular 'bypassnro' Windows 11 sign-in workaround in the latest Insider build, but there exists another | PC Gamer
March 31, 2025 - The bypassnro method was relatively simple, involving opening a command prompt window with Shift + F10 and entering oobe\bypassnro followed by an ipconfig /release command after restart.
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UTM Documentation
docs.getutm.app › guides › windows
Windows 11 | UTM Documentation
On newer versions Microsoft has started blocking OOBE\BYPASSNRO so instead you need to launch Command Prompt (Shift + F10) and type in start ms-cxh:localonly.