Linking external microphone to ThinkPad T430

Hello,  we are trying to use our ThinkPad T430 to support an external microphone.  The microphone is coming in via a mixing desk.  Previously our laptops have had two input points - audio and microphone and we have connected via the microphone input. However, on this new laptop we only have one audio input option and now cannot hear any sound when we use this.  Is there another piece of kit we need (splitter?) or some changes to the settings on the laptop?  Thanks for your help.  

http://forums.lenovo.com/t5/W-Series-ThinkPad-Laptops/W530-external-line-mic-input-possible/m-p/1162...
i think the above solution may also help you in your case.
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