For Ubuntu 9.10 (i386) on HP Pavilion dv6 1350ex, I can confirm the same issue.
> lsusb | grep Fingeprint Bus 006 Device 002: ID 138a:0001 DigitalPersona, Inc Fingeprint Reader
In case a driver developer needs hardware for testing, I can offer my new laptop.
For Ubuntu 9.10 (i386) on HP Pavilion dv6 1350ex, I can confirm the same issue.
> lsusb | grep Fingeprint
Bus 006 Device 002: ID 138a:0001 DigitalPersona, Inc Fingeprint Reader
In case a driver developer needs hardware for testing, I can offer my new laptop.