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Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Polices (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jun. 26, 2011

Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Schedule of Useful Lives of Property and Equipment

Manufacturing equipment		3to 5 years
Buildings and building improvements		5to 40 years
Furniture and office equipment		3to 5 years
Leasehold improvements		Shorter of estimated useful life or lease term

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