Finding scanner drivers

I didn't know where else to ask this question so I'll try here.........
I have an Epson Perfection 1640 scanner that I had to download drivers for from Epson when I installed OS 10.5.6 and everything works just fine. My problem is minor, really not even a problem, just an annoyance.
When importing from Photoshop CS2 I go to File/Import/Epson Perfection 1640 but along with the 1640 listed it also has 4 other models listed, obviously because those drivers were bundled with the 1640's downloaded for Epson.
What I want to know is where in the heck are these drivers downloaded to? I've searched and searched but can't find a thing. I'd like to remove all drivers for scanners except for the 1640 so the others will no longer show up.
Anyone have a idea how I can do this?
Thanks,
Jack

Sorry Jack, mine are all-in-ones. Have s=you tried Spotlight to find the drivers? Also, take a look at Library>Preferences>.plists, they may be hiding there. Or they may simply be in Library itself.

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