G4 QS Will not boot after 9800 Pro Install

So I tried to install a 9800 Pro in my QS 733, and now it will no longer boot. I push the power button, the button lights up the drives strat to wind up and it stops and powers off. I tried replacing the card with my old ATI 64MB and it does the same thing, just as soon as the drives start up the machine shuts off.
I tried unplugging all devices even the monitor, I tried even unplugging both of the HDs but nothing worked.
-Chris

I just tried a new PRAM battery, I tried zapping the PRAM. Is there a specific way to zap it? I unplug everything, hit the button plug it all back and try to power up. I also tried with the machine unplugged. Any suggestions?

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