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Step-by-step guide to installing Windows 11 with a local account (without a Microsoft account)

Step 1: Prepare Installation Media

  1. Download the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft’s official website:
    https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11

  2. Create a bootable USB using Rufus or the Media Creation Tool:

    • Rufus Method (recommended for bypassing Microsoft account requirement):

      • Download Rufus: https://rufus.ie/

      • Select the USB drive, choose the Windows 11 ISO, and click Start.

      • Under “Windows installation options,” select “Skip TPM & Secure Boot checks” (if needed for older hardware).

Step 2: Boot from USB & Start Installation

  1. Insert the USB into the PC and restart.

  2. Enter BIOS/UEFI (press F2/DEL/ESC during boot, varies by motherboard).

  3. Set USB as the first boot device and save changes.

  4. Windows Setup will load—select language, time format, and keyboard layout → Next.

Step 3: Install Windows 11

  1. Click “Install Now”.

  2. Enter your product key (or skip if you’ll activate later).

  3. Select Windows 11 Pro/Home (Pro allows more local account options).

  4. Accept the license terms → Next.

  5. Choose “Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)”.

  6. Select the drive, format if needed, and click Next.

Step 4: Bypass Microsoft Account Requirement

  1. After installation, Windows will prompt for a Microsoft account (do not enter one).

  2. Disconnect from the internet (unplug Ethernet/Wi-Fi) to force local account creation.

    • If online, press Shift + F10 to open Command Prompt and run:

      OOBE\BYPASSNRO

      OR
      start ms-cxh:localonly

      This reboots the PC and adds a “I don’t have internet” option.

  3. On the next screen:

    • Select “I don’t have internet” → “Continue with limited setup”.

  4. Click “Continue with a local account”.

Step 5: Create a Local Account

  1. Enter a username (e.g., “Admin”).

  2. (Optional) Set a password or leave blank.

  3. Skip security questions (if prompted).

  4. Adjust privacy settings (disable ads/tracking if preferred) → Accept.

Step 6: Complete Setup

  1. Wait for Windows to finalize settings.

  2. Once at the desktop, reconnect to the internet.

  3. (Optional) Activate Windows via Settings > Update & Security > Activation.

Troubleshooting

  • If Microsoft account prompts return, run Shift + F10 and type: 

    net user [username] /add
net localgroup administrators [username] /add

    Replace [username] with your desired name.

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