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Sweetufferable
Jan 02, 2026Iron Contributor
Windows 11 new device setup PIN stuck on spinning circle screen
When performing initial setup on a new computer, facial recognition failed and prompted me to set a PIN. However, after entering information on the PIN setup page, the interface continuously spins (n...
Wayneyan
Jan 06, 2026Iron Contributor
Hold down the power button until the PC shuts off.
Turn it back on.
When the spinning circle appears again, force shutdown once more.
Repeat this process 2-3 times. Windows should eventually recognize that setup isn't progressing and may offer options to continue without signing in or use an offline account.