a hybrid electrical connector includes both signal and power contacts in the same connector housing . the housing includes a plurality of axially extending passageways for receipt of the signal contacts and a plurality of axially extending cavities for receipt of the power contacts . the connector housing further includes a plurality of transversely extending slots extending through the connector housing intersecting with individual power contact cavities . moreover , the housing includes a protrusion extending across the lower surface thereof . a y - shaped terminal retaining member is insertable in the slots and is resiliently held in place in the slots . the power terminals include an opening therethrough forming a locking shoulder for receipt of the transversely extending locking member . in addition , the power terminals include notches for mating with the protrusion . the combination of the notches and the protrusion ensure the terminal is properly positioned within the housing .