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Document and Company Information (USD $)
In Billions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended
Jan. 01, 2010
Jan. 22, 2010
Dec. 26, 2008
Document and Company Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name WESTERN DIGITAL CORP    
Entity Central Index Key 0000106040    
Document Type 10-Q    
Document Period End Date Jan. 01, 2010    
Amendment Flag false    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --07-03    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Public Float     $ 2.5
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding (actual number)   228,641,577