Note 10. Product Warranty

3 Months Ended

May 04, 2013

Product Warranty Disclosure [Text Block]

10.          Product warranty

In general, we sell products with a one-year limited warranty that our products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship.  Warranty cost is estimated at the time revenue is recognized based on historical activity, and additionally, for any specific known product warranty issues.  Accrued warranty cost includes hardware repair and/or replacement and software support costs and is included in accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets.

Details of the change in accrued warranty as of May 4, 2013 and April 28, 2012 are as follows (in thousands):

Three Months Ended	Balance Beginning of Period		Additions and Adjustments			Deductions			Balance End of Period
May 4, 2013	$	1,447	$	(154	)	$	(243	)	$	1,050
April 28, 2012	$	1,326	$	124		$	(325	)	$	1,125