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Agreement with SK hynix (Details 3) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 11, 2013
Patent License Agreement [Abstract]
Antitrust litigation settlement		$ 1.9
Settlement of past infringement		125.8
License agreement		112.3
Total consideration	$ 240.0	$ 240.0

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