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Why oobe\bypassnro Not Working for Windows 11 25H2
Hi all, I managed to install windows 11 with a local account by applying the oobe\bypassnro trick. It worked like a charm in the past with Windows 11 22H2, 23H2 and 24H2 installation as far as I hav...
The oobe\bypassnro method was a popular workaround to bypass the Microsoft account requirement during Windows 11 setup, especially in earlier versions like 22H2 and 23H2. However, with Windows 11 25H2, Microsoft has introduced tighter security measures and changes to the setup process that have effectively patched this method.
Why oobe\bypassnro no longer works in Windows 11 25H2:
- Enhanced Setup Security: Microsoft has updated the Out-Of-Box Experience (OOBE) to prevent bypass tricks.
- Changes in Registry and Setup Files: The specific scripts and registry keys that bypassnro relies on have been altered or removed.
- Stricter Validation: The setup now performs additional checks that block traditional bypass methods.
Microsoft is gradually enforcing Microsoft account sign-in for user verification and security reasons. Circumventing these may violate their terms of service. Using unofficial methods can lead to stability or security issues.