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Problem Scenario:
One of the many common problems one faces after installing Ubuntu is sound
problem. In this case sound seems to be working, you can hear it on
headphones but there is no sound coming out of speakers. Trying using alsa-
mixer gives the following error:
The solution provided here works for HDA Intel Soundcard. To find the make of
your laptop soundcard click here.
Solution 1:
killall pulseaudio
Solution 2:
You need to edit this file /etc/modprobe.d/alsa-base.conf and then add a line in
its end. Use the following commands:
Now reboot your computer. It should solve your problem. If the solution doesn’t
work then try the Further Troubleshoot.
Further Troubleshoot:
The term model = generic may not work in all the cases as sometimes it depends
on the model of your sound card. Find your sound card here.
You can try replacing the word generic by the following words depending upon
your laptop:
ALC260
hp HP machines
fujitsu Fujitsu S7020
Sources: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=314383
Note: Check this post in case you are facing audio problem with mic in Ubuntu.