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Investments (Maturities Of Fixed Income Securities) (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Jul. 28, 2012
Less Than 1 Year
 
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]  
Amortized Cost $ 16,257
Fair Value 16,274
Due In 1 To 2 Years
 
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]  
Amortized Cost 12,277
Fair Value 12,323
Due In 2 To 5 Years
 
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]  
Amortized Cost 8,549
Fair Value 8,623
Due After 5 Years
 
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]  
Amortized Cost 73
Fair Value 77
Fixed Income Securities
 
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]  
Amortized Cost 37,156
Fair Value $ 37,297