Setting up Windows 11 traditionally requires an active internet connection and a Microsoft account. However, you can bypass these requirements using a built-in "Out of Box Experience" (OOBE) command to create a local account and complete the installation completely offline.
As of May 2026, the most reliable way to set up Windows 11 without internet is the OOBE\BYPASSNRO command. windows 11 set up without internet
To activate Windows 11 later, follow these steps: Setting up Windows 11 traditionally requires an active