How to Fix OOBE BypassNRO Not Working Error During Windows Setup: Complete Solutions

You’re all set to install Windows. The fresh screen glows. Everything seems perfect… until it isn’t. You try to bypass the annoying setup steps, type in the magic command OOBE\BypassNRO — and boom! Nothing happens. Welcome to the dreaded “OOBE BypassNRO not working” error.

Don’t worry. You’ve got this! In this guide, we’ll walk you through easy steps to fix this error and get your Windows setup running smoothly again. No tech jargon. No frustration. Just clear and fun solutions.

📌 What is OOBE\BypassNRO?

Before we fix it, let’s understand it.

OOBE stands for Out Of Box Experience — the part of Windows setup where you choose region, keyboard, sign in, etc.
BypassNRO is a command used to skip network requirement options.

It’s a neat trick used mostly on Windows 11 to avoid being forced to connect to Wi-Fi and sign in with a Microsoft account.

This trick lets you create a local account and finish setup without the internet. It’s perfect when you have no internet or just don’t want to sign in yet.

🚨 Why OOBE\BypassNRO Might Not Work

There are a few reasons this command fails:

You typed it wrong (oops!).
You’re not on the right screen.
You’re using Windows 10 (this trick is for Windows 11).
Microsoft patched it in a newer version.

But fear not. We’re going to try a few fixes. One of them is bound to work for you.

✅ Solution 1: Carefully Re-enter the Command

This may sound silly, but check your spelling. Seriously. It’s a common mistake.

Here’s the correct way:

Wait until the screen asks you to connect to a network.
Press Shift + F10 to open Command Prompt.
Type: OOBE\BypassNRO (note the backslash!).
Hit Enter.
Your PC should reboot. After restarting, you’ll see the “I don’t have internet” option. Woo-hoo!

Important: If nothing happens after hitting enter, try the next fix.

🔨 Solution 2: Use the Registry Method

Still stuck? Let’s tweak the Windows registry.

On the “Let’s connect you to a network” screen, press Shift + F10.
In Command Prompt, type: regedit and press Enter.
Now go to this path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup
Right-click on Setup → New → Key. Name it: LabConfig
Select LabConfig. In the right side, right-click → New → DWORD (32-bit).
Name it: BypassNRO
Double-click it, and set the value to 1
Close everything and reboot.

Now the system should allow offline setup. You did a mini hack. Nice! 🧙‍♂️

🛠️ Solution 3: Disable Network Drivers Temporarily

This is a sneaky workaround!

Again, hit Shift + F10 from setup screen.
In Command Prompt, type:
devmgmt.msc
Device Manager opens. Expand Network Adapters.
Right-click your Wi-Fi and Ethernet adapters → Disable.
Close everything and go back to setup.

With no network, Windows will offer to continue without internet.

After finishing setup, don’t forget to enable those drivers again. Or you’ll be offline… forever. ⛔

🔁 Solution 4: Use a Modified ISO (Advanced Users)

Feeling a bit bold? You can modify the Windows 11 ISO before installing.

This lets you skip BypassNRO entirely. Here’s how:

Use a tool like Rufus to create a bootable Windows USB.
When prompted, Rufus lets you customize the setup.
Select: “Remove requirement for Microsoft account (only local account)”
Burn the ISO and install as usual.

This method is a game-changer for advanced users.

💡 Bonus Tip: Use a Script

There are some community-made scripts that auto-bypass NRO. Just be super careful!

Only use scripts from trusted sources — not shady forums. Your privacy matters.

⚠️ What If Nothing Works?

If you tried all of the above and it still doesn’t work, don’t panic.

Try a different Windows ISO version.
Go back to Rufus and create a custom installer.
Wait a bit — Microsoft might change things in updates.

Or, as a last resort… connect to Wi-Fi, link a temp Microsoft account, and switch to a local one later in Settings. Not perfect, but it gets the job done!

🎉 You Did It!

That’s a wrap, tech explorer!

Now you know how to tackle the annoying “OOBE BypassNRO not working” error in fun and simple steps. Whether it’s a quick retype or ninja-level registry edits, you’re now a Windows setup warrior.

Now go forth and install Windows on your terms. Happy computing! 🚀

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