Lenovo Y510p SLI Screen Flickering

Hello guys,
I know most of the Y510p user have encounter the "Screen flicker like crazy" issue, and yes,i am here to write another thread about this issue.
1.What is the reason that made it happened?
I have checked lots of threads and posts about this issue and tried,neither of them actually do solve the problem.Lenovo also does not really seem to care about this issue too (No offense,but they will just tell you take it to the service center.)
Is it because of faulty processor or graphic cards? or the display or LCD cable is broken?
2.Is there a permanent fix for the problem?
I have seen other user posted about their experience about this model,stating it will still occur after services or changing a new one.I want to know if there is a real solution?
Please share your thoughs and let me know if there is a fix for this. BTW,mine Y510p is still under-warranty.

As you say that the screen flickers while booting as well (at the Lenovo logo or other parts), I believe that this could be a hardware issue related to either the screen or the motherboard.
The only thing I can recommend is to contact Lenovo customer support and send in your laptop for repairs.
You can call them in your country. Find the number from this link -
http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/supportphonelist_alt1
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