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Restructuring and Other Charges (Additional Information) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 25, 2014
Jan. 25, 2014
Jul. 26, 2014
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]          
Restructuring Charges $ 387us-gaap_RestructuringCharges        
Fiscal 2015 plan          
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]          
Restructuring Charges 387us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
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69us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
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Fiscal 2015 plan | Expected Maximum          
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]          
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost 600us-gaap_RestructuringAndRelatedCostExpectedCost1
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600us-gaap_RestructuringAndRelatedCostExpectedCost1
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Fiscal 2014 Plan          
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]          
Restructuring Charges     73us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
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310us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
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Cumulative restructuring charges         $ 418us-gaap_RestructuringAndRelatedCostCostIncurredToDate1
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