A virtual machine and some tinkering later, this old lad is running once again. Not the best scanner, but will do (Epson Perfection 1260) : r/AnalogCommunity
SPT_B11B154011 | Epson Perfection 1260 | Perfection Series | Scanners | Support | Epson US
Perfection 1260 Specifications - Epson Australia
SPT_B11B154101 | Epson Perfection 1260 Photo | Perfection Series | Scanners | Support | Epson US