Set Up Windows 11 on Lenovo V15 Without a Microsoft Account

Initial Setup: Avoiding Network Connection

• ⚠️ Do not connect to any network before starting the Windows 11 setup on your Lenovo V15.
• 🔌 If already connected, unplug the Ethernet cable or ensure your Wi-Fi signal is unreachable.

Accessing Command Prompt and Restarting

• ⌨️ Press Shift + F10 to open the Command Prompt (cmd) application.
• 💻 Use Alt + Tab to switch to the terminal window.
• 📝 Input the command OOBE\BYPASSNRO and press Enter.
• 🔄 Wait for the device to restart automatically after entering the command.

Navigating Setup with Local Options

• 🖱️ If you don't have a mouse, use the up and down arrow keys to navigate country and region selections, pressing Enter to confirm.
• ⌨️ Select the correct keyboard layout using arrow keys and Enter. You can add a second layout by tabbing to 'Add layout' or skip by tabbing to 'Skip' and pressing Enter.
• 🌐 Tab three times to reach the 'I don't have internet' option and press Enter.

Device Configuration and Privacy Settings

• 💻 Name your device and press Enter to confirm.
• 🔒 Optionally, enter a password for your local account or press Enter to skip password creation.
• ⚙️ Navigate through privacy settings (Location services, Find my device, Diagnostic data, Ink and typing, Tailored experiences) using the Tab button and Spacebar to toggle options.
• ✅ Press Tab until you reach the 'Accept' button and press Enter to confirm your privacy choices.
• 🚀 Wait for the device to boot into Windows, then connect to a network to install necessary drivers.