DDR2 DIMM Socket with 240 Positions
The 10034542-10007 is a 240-position DDR2 DIMM connector from Amphenol ICC (FCI), designed specifically for DDR2 SDRAM memory modules. The 240-position count matches the standard DDR2 interface, so you slot in a standard DDR2 module and it seats correctly — no guesswork on pinout. In a server or desktop environment where memory modules are swapped during upgrades or maintenance, the gold thickness supports several hundred mating cycles without contact fretting. Through-hole mounting provides a robust mechanical anchor to the PCB, handling the insertion force of a DIMM module without lifting pads. The board guides align the module during insertion, and the latches lock it in place — the latches are what keep the module seated under vibration in a shipping system or rack-mounted chassis.
Board Layout and Compatibility
The connector follows the MO-237 standard, which defines the footprint and keep-out zone for a DDR2 DIMM socket. When laying out the PCB, the mounting feature is Normal, Standard - Top, meaning the connector sits on the top side of the board with the module inserted from above — typical for vertical DIMM slots on motherboards.
The base product number is 10034542, which covers the family of DDR2 DIMM connectors from this manufacturer. If you need a variant with different features (e.g., different latch color or packaging), the base number helps cross-reference within the series.