I've tried that and failed. Few problems to expect: switchable graphics, external screens, crazy DPI, wifi drivers. For more details have a look at my blog entr

I've tried that and failed. Few problems to expect: switchable graphics, external screens, crazy DPI, wifi drivers. For more details have a look at my blog entry: http://doppnet.com/2013/02/running-linux-on-2012-macbook-pro-retina/ http://doppnet.com/2013/02/running-linux-on-2012-macbook-pro... I've ended up going for Asus U500. It's good but not ideal.