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Segment, Product and Geographic Information (Details 5) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Segment Reporting Significant Customer [Line Items] |  |
Accounts receivable | $ 91,688 | $ 102,630
INX and its Affiliates [Member] |  |
Segment Reporting Significant Customer [Line Items] |  |
Accounts receivable | 48,443 | 73,432
Customer A And Its Affiliates [Member] |  |
Segment Reporting Significant Customer [Line Items] |  |
Accounts receivable | $ 43,245 | $ 29,198

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