Methods of forming solder ball contacts having dimensions of approximately
2.5 microns in diameter for use in C4-type connections. The methods form
solder ball contacts using selective deposition of solder on metal
contact pads of a device. The metal contact pads have exposed portions at
the bottom of through holes. The through holes define the dimensions of
the exposed portions of the metal contact pads, and serve to limit the
dimensions of the resulting solder contact by limiting the area upon
which deposition preferentially occurs. Subsequent reflow of the
deposited solder forms a solder ball contact. Various devices, modules,
systems and other apparatus utilizing such methods of forming solder ball
contacts.