Windows 7 x64 Clean Install Problems

I have a Lenovo V570 - IdeaPad Laptop / Intel® Core™ i5 Processor.  A week ago, my computer crashed because of an OS problem.  I bought a new version of Windows Home Premium x64, and these problems are still active, five days after clean installing Windows:
When I click "Shut Down" on the start menu, it goes through, Logging Off..., Shutting Down..., and then it stays at a black screen, with the power button on the keyboard still lit up.  This also happens when I leave my laptop on, and it goes to "Sleep".  I have to force restart the laptop by holding down the Power button, and then the computer alerts me that Windows was shut down improperly, option to go into Safe Mode, etc.  I start normally.
I used to be able to zoom in and out by putting both fingers on the touchpad, and scrolling one finger to the left or right.  This function no longer works.
My driver for "Network Controller" is missing, and I can't find it anywhere.  I have to use an external wireless adapter to connect to the internet.  I have a built-in wireless adapter, I guess it's the Network Controller, but it isn't working, probably because of the missing driver.
I appreciate any help!  Thanks.

hey golacnewt,
try installing the drivers that is available here :http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/us/en/DriversDownloads/drivers_list.aspx?CategoryID=200619
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