---
type: concept
title: Windows 11 Migration Guide
created: 2026-07-01
updated: 2026-07-01
tags: [migration, windows-11, os-installation]
related: [device-management-system, opsi, pc-health-check-app]
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_support_faq_software.md"]
---
# Windows 11 Migration Guide

This guide outlines the process for migrating university business devices to Windows 11, especially in light of the Windows 10 end-of-support date on **October 14, 2025**.

## Compatibility Verification
Before migrating, hardware compatibility must be verified via:
- **Manufacturer Lists**: Checking compatibility lists from Dell, Fujitsu, HP, or Lenovo.
- **PC Health Check App**: Running the Microsoft utility on existing Windows 10 installations.
- **URZ Support**: Requesting a check via the [[groupware]] ticket system by providing the inventory number, computer name, and MAC address.

## Migration Paths
- **Compatible Hardware**: Migration should be performed using the URZ [[device-management-system]] (standardized via [[opsi]]).
- **Incompatible Hardware**: 
    - Use the **ESU Program** for temporary security updates (see [[windows-10-esu]]).
    - Switch to **Ubuntu** Linux via the [[device-management-system]].

## Local Account Setup (BypassNRO)
To install Windows 11 with a local account instead of a mandatory Microsoft account, the following technique is used:
1. Disconnect the device from all networks.
2. At the network setup screen, press `SHIFT + F10` to open the Command Prompt.
3. Execute the command: `%systemroot%\System32\oobe\BypassNRO.cmd`.
4. Restart the device.
5. Select **"I don't have internet"** and **"Continue with limited setup"** to create a local account.

**Alternative Registry Method**:
If the command fails, use `regedit` to create a DWORD value named `BypassNRO` with a value of `1` at `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\OOBE`, then restart.