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Guarantees (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2012
Guarantees  
Changes in aggregate product warranty liabilities

 

 

 
  In millions  

Product warranty liability at October 31, 2011

  $ 2,451  

Accruals for warranties issued

    1,158  

Adjustments related to pre-existing warranties (including changes in estimates)

    (62 )

Settlements made (in cash or in kind)

    (1,242 )
       

Product warranty liability at April 30, 2012

  $ 2,305