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While on previous Windows versions I just could unplug the network cable during installation to do an offline installation with a local account, Windows 11 does not let me proceed without an internet connection.

If an internet connection is available, I cannot choose to install it with a local account: I have to either use a MS account or a security token that is connected to a MS account.

Is there any way in Windows 11 to install it offline (with a local account)?

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There is a new way to enforce an offline installation in Windows 11:

  1. As soon as the out-of-box experience (OOBE) installation screen pops up (e. g. where you have to select a country/region), press Shift+F10 on your keyboard to bring up a command line.

  2. Type in OOBE\BYPASSNRO and press Enter. (yes, no spaces)

Your computer will reboot and OOBE will start again, but this time without the need to be online: On the screen Let's connect you to a network you now have the additional button I don't have internet, that was missing previously.

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