HP OMEN Transcend 14: Setup Without a Microsoft Account (Windows 11 Local Login)

Initial Setup and Wi-Fi Considerations

• 💡 The video demonstrates how to set up the HP OMEN Transcend 14 without requiring a Microsoft account.
• ⚠️ It's recommended to avoid connecting to Wi-Fi during the initial setup, or to disconnect if already connected, as this can interfere with the bypass method.

Accessing Command Prompt

• 🔑 To bypass the Microsoft login, press Shift + F10 on your keyboard to open the Command Prompt.
• 💻 Ensure the Command Prompt window is active by clicking on its title bar before proceeding.

Executing the Bypass Command

• 🚀 Type the command oobe\bypassnro (using a backslash) into the Command Prompt and press Enter.
• 🔄 This command will initiate a restart of the laptop.

Completing Local Account Setup

• ⚠️ If the laptop reconnects to Wi-Fi after the restart, you may need to walk away from the router to force a disconnection.
• 🔄 Restart the laptop again if necessary, either by re-entering the command or by holding the power button.
• 🌐 Once the setup restarts, you should see the option to 'I don't have internet'.
• ✅ Select this option to proceed with creating a local account by entering your desired username and password.
• ✨ After setting up security questions, you can continue with the normal Windows 11 setup.