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Agreement with SK hynix (Details 2) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Jun. 11, 2013
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Patent License Agreement [Abstract] |
Fair Value, Antitrust litigation settlement | $ 4.0
Fair Value, Settlement of past infringement | 280.0
Fair Value, License agreement | 250.0
Total fair value | $ 534.0

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