Guarantees, Indemnifications and Warranties (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Apr. 30, 2020

Guarantees [Abstract]

Changes in Aggregate Product Warranty Liabilities and Changes

HP’s aggregate product warranty liabilities and changes were as follows:

	Six months ended April 30, 2020
	In millions
Balance at beginning of period	$	922
Accruals for warranties issued	446
Adjustments related to pre-existing warranties (including changes in estimates)	(3		)
Settlements made (in cash or in kind)	(467		)
Balance at end of period	$	898