Some things to try.
Load BIOS defaults and ensure no components are overclocked.
If the GPU has a BIOS switch set it to the quiet mode.
Disconnect fans.
Now see if it’s any more stable at booting.
edit semi solved-posted in haste
Mine arrived yesterday. I also purchased a new 1000W PSU to replace my 750w.
In short when loading a game the card makes a weird noise like someone quietly scratching a piece of cardboard or a quiet old internet dial up. When entering the game it crashes immediately. (various games tried)
BIOS updated, new drivers after using DDU in safe mode to get rid of the old (done twice). 3 x 8 in connectors are running separately to the PSU. There is a BIOS button on the card that I have tried in both directions - no joy.
Any idea what the noise could be ? The noise stops and starts as the game loads, then crashes. GPU Z showing all good at idle, temps normal etc.
I'd rather sort than send back as I suspect I won't see anything again this side of Xmas.
i59600k , Gigabyte Z390 mobo, Gigabyte 1000w power supply.
Cheers
######Edit......I've started from scratch..GPU and new PSU out....vipers nest of cables re seated...arrrgggghhh .now running..///my error just the noise now