CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Nov. 28, 2013	Nov. 29, 2012
Net income (loss)	$ 381	$ (275)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Foreign currency translation adjustments	6	7
Gain (loss) on investments, net	1	2
Gain (loss) on derivative instruments, net	(2)	(5)
Pension liability adjustments	0	(1)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	5	3
Total comprehensive income (loss)	386	(272)
Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	(23)	0
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Micron	$ 363	$ (272)