During a clean installation or initial setup of Windows 11 Pro, Microsoft requires an internet connection to finish configuration and sign in with a Microsoft account. If your device doesn't see any Wi-Fi networks, it's usually because:
Setting up can sometimes feel like a hurdle when you hit the "Let’s connect you to a network" screen, especially if your Wi-Fi drivers aren't recognized or you prefer a local account. The URL aka.ms/networksetup is a Microsoft shortcut often displayed during this Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) to help users troubleshoot connection issues or install missing drivers. Why You’re Seeing "aka.ms/networksetup"
If no networks appear, you can load drivers from a USB drive without restarting the installation: aka.ms networksetup windows 11 pro
At the "Let's connect you to a network" screen, press (or Shift + Fn + F10 on some laptops). In the black command window, type exactly: OOBE\BYPASSNRO . Press Enter . Your PC will automatically restart.
When you return to the same network screen, you will now see a new option: . During a clean installation or initial setup of
You are out of range or using a network that requires a secondary login page (captive portal), which OOBE cannot always handle. How to Use the aka.ms/networksetup Guidance
Type explorer and press to open File Explorer, then navigate to your USB drive and run the driver installer. 2. The "Bypass" Method for Local Accounts Why You’re Seeing "aka
A physical Wi-Fi switch on your laptop might be turned off.
The Windows 11 installation image doesn't include the specific "inbox" driver for your Wi-Fi or Ethernet card.
The official guidance at aka.ms/networksetup typically suggests several ways to get past the network screen: 1. Manually Load Wi-Fi Drivers