Derivative Instruments - Hedging Relationship (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Feb. 27, 2014	Feb. 28, 2013	Feb. 27, 2014	Feb. 28, 2013
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net			$ (21)	$ (173)
Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified within Twelve Months	7		7
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Elpida Acquisition [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net		(120)		(178)
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income, Effective Portion		(6)	(2)	(10)
Convertible notes settlement obligations [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Other Non-Operating Income Expense Net [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net	(15)	0	(52)	0
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Other Non-Operating Income Expense Net [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net	$ (7)	$ (122)	$ (21)	$ (173)