Macbook pro running ventura doesn't recognize Apple USB superdrive DVD player

My MacBook Pro that I just upgraded to Ventura no longer recognizes my relatively new external Apple USB SuperDrive DVD player. When I plug the player in, a small notice flashes for a fraction of a second—too fast to read—then disappears. I don't know if this is related to the upgrade or not. It also makes no difference if the DVD player app is turned on or off. Any ideas?