Is it possible to use Wifi sync on a restricted university network?

Hi, I am having some trouble getting my Wifi sync with iTunes to work. I have a new Macbook Pro, and a iphone 4 on Verizon, both updated to the latest software. Both devices are connected to a restricted Wifi network at my university. When I go to the Wifi sync screen, it says "Sync will resume when (my Macbook) is available. I'm guessing my computer is seen as unavailable because it can't find it on the wifi network since there are thousands of other devices connected to the Wifi. Is there any way to set this up?
Thanks

I had exactly the same problem but with a windows machine. Hope this helps...After playing a bit I found out that my computer name contained a hypen. I renamed the computer in the properties to delete the hypen, restarted and now it syncs wirelessly like a charm!
Obviously something that apple overlooked which will probably right itself in the next release but should get you up and running fingers crossed!

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22/07/14 20:09:41,974 mDNSResponder[57]: ERROR: handle_resolve_request bad interfaceIndex 8
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10/20/14 12:16:38.120 AM discoveryd[53]: Basic Bonjour set up wake on resolve to b8:e8:56:cd:bb:10 on interface 4
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Hi littlejimmym!
I have an article here for you that will help you troubleshoot this issue:
iTunes 10.5 and later: Troubleshooting iTunes Wi-Fi syncing
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4062
Thanks for coming to the Apple Support Communities!
Cheers,
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