Abstract: The processor card assembly of the present invention includes a processor card, a metallic plate and a back cover. The processor card includes a circuit board having a processor mounted thereto. The circuit board includes a first and a second plurality of fastening features. The metallic plate has a third and a fourth plurality of fastening features. The third plurality of fastening features cooperate with the first plurality of fastening features for physically attaching and thermally coupling the processor to the metallic plate, to serve as a base for further thermally coupling the processor to a heat sink.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing warpage of an assembly substrate and providing registration between a surface mount technology (SMT) component and the assembly substrate. The SMT component includes mounting pins extending from the component and capable of engaging corresponding apertures in the assembly substrate. Each mounting pin is registrable with a corresponding aperture in the assembly substrate. The mounting pins are capable of providing an interference fit between the SMT component and the assembly substrate.