Final Cut Crashes MacBook Pro

I have repeatedly tried to export a project I just created to a DVD, and each time my 2009 MacBook Pro 17 inch reboots because of a problem that occured.  It also randomly does this when editing videos occasionally as well.  Is anyone else experiencing this same problem with Final Cut?  It is very frusterating to not be able to export my project and put it on a DVD without my laptop crashing.  Let me know if anyone has suggestions they would be greatly appriciated. 
Thanks

It sounds like you have something going on with your system beyond your ability to make a DVD. That could be hardware-related or a software issue.
Has FCP ever worked reliably?
I'd start by using Digital Rebellion's Preference Manager to trash your preferences.
Other trouble-shooting steps:
Open Disk Utility and verify disk. Run Repair Permissions.
Run Apple Hardware Test.
Good luck.
Russ

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