What's missing is automatic 'Jack Sense' support. Ubuntu 9.10 comes with Alsa 1.0.20, whicle Alsa 1.0.21 does support Jack Sense for that specific chipset.
You can install Alsa 1.0.21 if you follow the instructions for AlsaUpgrade at http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?p=6589810 Good luck! -- No microphone on Dell Vostro 1320 when connecting external mic https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/442457 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs