G570 really bad graphics problem

Hi all, my 1st post so hope someone can help me as i need to get this sorted before i throw the laptop through a window!
Basically i use my G570 for work (graphic designer) and i have had problems with the display when i have a couple of programs working ie Adobe photoshop, email then i go online and look at some hi-res images my screen goes pixelated, then all pink and black and freezes my whole laptop so i have to pull the plug and reboot but this is happening like 4-5 times a day, i have tried graphics drivers update and all the usual stuff but to no avail.
Hope someone can shed some light on it
thanks
Ady

Hello Ady,
As you have already updated the graphic driver and still the issue persist then you kindly update the BIOS and check the issue.
For Windows 7 32bit the web link is below
http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/uk/en/DriversDownloads/drivers_show_4480.html
For Windows 7 64bit the web link is below
http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/uk/en/DriversDownloads/drivers_show_4481.html
If the issue continues then you can contact the support center if the laptop is in warranty
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