Warranties (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Oct. 28, 2011	Oct. 29, 2010
Changes in the product warranty reserve [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of year	$ 62,351	$ 58,947
Accrual for warranty expensed during the year	37,695	41,265
Settlements made during the year	(32,593)	(37,734)
Change in liability for pre-existing warranties during the year, including expirations	1,833	(1,137)
Effect of foreign currency translation	170	1,010
Acquired warranty accrual	13,281	0
Balance, end of year	$ 82,737	$ 62,351