Can't control the volume of speakers on external monitor using volume buttons on macbook keyboard

The problem is exactly like this http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3520 except the update is for an older operating system, (I'm using lion). I can't find a solution that works for lion.
I am using a non-apple monitor connected by a thunderbolt to hdmi cable. the monitor has built in speakers.

The keyboard buttons work only for the internal speakers and headphones/earbuds BECAUSE the headphones/earbuds don't have vol control on them, and the external has a knob.
If you still have NO SOUND @ ALL, you need drivers/tech support

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