@pearshapes could you elaborate on what exactly you did and what connector you used? We might be able to help you figure out whether you need to send the card back or not.
@Rosemary EPS 8 pin connected to a 4 pin atx out
@Rosemary i plugged it in and turned on the power, tried to start it twice, unplugged about 10-15 sec after initially turning on the power
@pearshapes Don't feel too guilty if you did damage the card. The connectors that they use for these things are poorly designed to the point that you can force them into each other quite easily even if they're keyed differently.
@Rosemary yeah.. if it doesnt work ill send a message to the seller. they sent me the wrong brand anyway